Kawasaki KMX200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki KMX200 car check
Is the Kawasaki KMX200 reliable? We analysed 3,318 real MOT tests across 487 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki KMX200 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, reflector on motorcycle missing and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki KMX200.
Kawasaki KMX200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki KMX200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki KMX200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki KMX200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki KMX200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki KMX200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki KMX200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki KMX200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki KMX200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki KMX200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 79 | 82.3% | 7,202 | 9,228 | 15,919 |
| 1992 | 348 | 84.5% | 7,320 | 11,460 | 18,880 |
| 1991 | 561 | 79.3% | 11,064 | 15,645 | 21,740 |
| 1990 | 738 | 82.1% | 11,796 | 16,920 | 21,048 |
| 1989 | 763 | 81.8% | 11,281 | 16,974 | 22,682 |
| 1988 | 624 | 77.1% | 10,326 | 15,760 | 23,710 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki KMX200 Last?
Based on 487 Kawasaki KMX200 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki KMX200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki KMX200 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki KMX200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.5% MOT pass rate from 348 tests
77.1% MOT pass rate from 624 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki KMX200 is 1992, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.5% across 348 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki KMX200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki KMX200 THIS CAR | 81.0% | 3,318 | 15,792 mi | 38 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 |
| Honda Cbf 1000 AT-8 | 88.4% | 1,402 | 18,135 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki KMX200 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki KMX200Should you buy a used Kawasaki KMX200?
The Kawasaki KMX200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.0% across 3,318 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Kawasaki KMX200 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (46 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (41), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (37). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Kawasaki KMX200 owner drives around 167 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.
In terms of longevity, most Kawasaki KMX200 models stay on UK roads for around 38 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.