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

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Is the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa reliable? We analysed 878 real MOT tests across 169 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 878 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.8%
Typical Mileage
10,188mi
Annual Mileage
1,465mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa 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 Bjfa.

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

97.3%
2019
92%
2018

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Valve stem seriously damaged 2
Brake disc fractured 2
Brake disc fractured 2

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
575 mi/yr
Typical
1,465 mi/yr
Average
2,467 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,983 mi/yr

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 75 97.3% 6,448 9,288 13,547
2018 710 92.0% 5,796 10,449 16,188

How Long Does a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa Last?

Based on 169 Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.6 years
Median
7.0 years

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa Mileage Distribution

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

Median
10,188 mi
75th Percentile
15,866 mi
95th Percentile
33,559 mi
Max Recorded
101,537 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa

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

Best year
2019

97.3% MOT pass rate from 75 tests

Year to avoid
2018

92.0% MOT pass rate from 710 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.3% across 75 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.0% — 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 Bjfa 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 Bjfa THIS CAR 92.8% 878 10,188 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
Vincent Comet 92.7% 1,663 8,144 mi 76 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa?

The Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.8% across 878 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 Bjfa 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 Bjfa owner drives around 1,465 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 Bjfa — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa reliable?
Based on 878 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa has a 92.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa does around 1,465 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa?
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 Bjfa?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bjfa is 2019 with a 97.3% pass rate across 75 tests.