Kawasaki Sc Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kawasaki Sc reliable? We analysed 3,222 real MOT tests across 555 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Sc is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Sc.
Kawasaki Sc Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Sc. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Sc MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Sc to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Sc Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki Sc fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki Sc Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Sc models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kawasaki Sc Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Sc owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Sc MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Sc year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 56 | 83.9% | 7,095 | 13,030 | 17,083 |
| 2017 | 315 | 83.5% | 6,681 | 12,612 | 23,081 |
| 2016 | 1,218 | 87.5% | 5,084 | 9,630 | 17,917 |
| 2015 | 636 | 89.8% | 5,064 | 9,983 | 16,179 |
| 2014 | 966 | 92.0% | 4,724 | 8,954 | 14,234 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Sc Last?
Based on 555 Kawasaki Sc vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Sc Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Sc 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 Sc
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.0% MOT pass rate from 966 tests
83.5% MOT pass rate from 315 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Sc is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.0% across 966 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki Sc Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Sc THIS CAR | 88.9% | 3,222 | 9,736 mi | 12 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 |
| Harley-davidson XL 883 N Iron 12 | 86.5% | 1,543 | 7,385 mi | 15 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Sc outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki ScShould you buy a used Kawasaki Sc?
The Kawasaki Sc has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.9% across 3,222 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is roller brake test indicates a binding brake with 7 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 Sc 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 Sc owner drives around 1,322 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 Sc models stay on UK roads for around 12 years. 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.