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Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE reliable? We analysed 1,104 real MOT tests across 278 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,104 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.3%
Typical Mileage
9,594mi
Annual Mileage
1,692mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE 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 Dkf SE.

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

90.4%
2020
93%
2019

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE 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
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 3
Valve stem seriously damaged 2

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
659 mi/yr
Typical
1,692 mi/yr
Average
2,485 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,281 mi/yr

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 178 90.4% 4,744 8,658 12,653
2019 831 93.0% 5,974 9,754 14,930

How Long Does a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE Last?

Based on 278 Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.4 years
Median
6.0 years

Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE Mileage Distribution

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

Median
9,594 mi
75th Percentile
14,612 mi
95th Percentile
25,541 mi
Max Recorded
72,833 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE

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

Best year
2019

93.0% MOT pass rate from 831 tests

Year to avoid
2020

90.4% MOT pass rate from 178 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.0% across 831 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.4% — 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 Dkf SE 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 Dkf SE THIS CAR 92.3% 1,104 9,594 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
Triumph Sprint ST 86.2% 2,198 22,999 mi 27 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE?

The Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.3% across 1,104 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 Dkf SE 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 Dkf SE owner drives around 1,692 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 Dkf SE — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE reliable?
Based on 1,104 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE has a 92.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE does around 1,692 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE?
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 Dkf SE?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE is 2019 with a 93.0% pass rate across 831 tests.