Kawasaki Zg Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki Zg car check
Is the Kawasaki Zg reliable? We analysed 2,956 real MOT tests across 438 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Zg is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Zg.
Kawasaki Zg Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Zg. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Zg MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Zg to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Zg Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Zg models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kawasaki Zg Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Zg owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Zg MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Zg year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 92 | 95.7% | 7,957 | 14,736 | 23,807 |
| 2017 | 399 | 92.7% | 7,510 | 12,910 | 21,754 |
| 2016 | 756 | 93.0% | 10,134 | 16,072 | 24,902 |
| 2015 | 722 | 92.2% | 11,136 | 18,729 | 29,503 |
| 2014 | 625 | 93.3% | 9,445 | 17,361 | 27,083 |
| 2013 | 110 | 94.5% | 8,904 | 23,242 | 33,462 |
| 2010 | 54 | 92.6% | 10,980 | 17,292 | 27,700 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Zg Last?
Based on 438 Kawasaki Zg vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Zg Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Zg 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 Zg
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.7% MOT pass rate from 92 tests
92.2% MOT pass rate from 722 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zg is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.7% across 92 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki Zg Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Zg THIS CAR | 92.9% | 2,956 | 16,876 mi | 16 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 |
| Aston Martin Cygnet | 91.5% | 1,798 | 18,629 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Zg outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki ZgShould you buy a used Kawasaki Zg?
The Kawasaki Zg has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.9% across 2,956 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 Zg 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 Zg owner drives around 1,711 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 Zg models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.