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Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf reliable? We analysed 1,958 real MOT tests across 349 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,958 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.4%
Typical Mileage
11,921mi
Annual Mileage
1,436mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf.

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.4%
2018
93.2%
2017

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls 2

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
566 mi/yr
Typical
1,436 mi/yr
Average
2,147 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,917 mi/yr

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2018 142 94.4% 6,959 10,335 17,680
2017 1,702 93.2% 7,311 12,088 19,171

How Long Does a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf Last?

Based on 349 Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.9 years
Median
7.0 years

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
11,921 mi
75th Percentile
19,011 mi
95th Percentile
34,945 mi
Max Recorded
106,591 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2018

94.4% MOT pass rate from 142 tests

Year to avoid
2017

93.2% MOT pass rate from 1,702 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.4% across 142 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf THIS CAR 93.4% 1,958 11,921 mi — yrs
Kawasaki ZX-6R 81.7% 204,826 19,965 mi 31 yrs
Kawasaki ZX-9R 83.7% 103,150 22,736 mi 32 yrs
Kawasaki ER5 81.2% 65,763 22,023 mi 30 yrs
BMW 318D SE 80% 2,509 118,192 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf?

The Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.4% across 1,958 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf owner drives around 1,436 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf reliable?
Based on 1,958 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf has a 93.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf does around 1,436 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf is 2018 with a 94.4% pass rate across 142 tests.