Perodua Kenari Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Perodua Kenari reliable? We analysed 26,232 real MOT tests across 1,981 vehicles to find out.
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The Perodua Kenari is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Perodua Kenari.
Perodua Kenari Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Perodua Kenari. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Perodua Kenari MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Perodua Kenari to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Perodua Kenari Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Perodua Kenari fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Perodua Kenari Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Perodua Kenari owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Perodua Kenari MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Perodua Kenari year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 559 | 80.9% | 17,506 | 29,959 | 46,730 |
| 2009 | 552 | 76.8% | 14,774 | 29,262 | 47,543 |
| 2008 | 871 | 77.5% | 19,494 | 31,155 | 48,818 |
| 2007 | 1,021 | 77.2% | 17,719 | 29,070 | 46,618 |
| 2006 | 1,620 | 80.7% | 19,174 | 31,596 | 49,850 |
| 2005 | 2,849 | 76.2% | 21,683 | 35,140 | 54,129 |
| 2004 | 3,221 | 76.7% | 21,571 | 34,577 | 50,854 |
| 2003 | 4,214 | 74.6% | 22,024 | 36,569 | 53,404 |
| 2002 | 4,839 | 73.5% | 29,723 | 43,892 | 60,894 |
| 2001 | 5,885 | 72.8% | 29,377 | 44,004 | 61,568 |
| 2000 | 548 | 75.4% | 23,849 | 36,252 | 51,170 |
How Long Does a Perodua Kenari Last?
Based on 1,981 Perodua Kenari vehicles on UK roads.
Perodua Kenari Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Perodua Kenari 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 Perodua Kenari
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.9% MOT pass rate from 559 tests
72.8% MOT pass rate from 5,885 tests
The best year to buy a used Perodua Kenari is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.9% across 559 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Perodua Kenari Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perodua Kenari THIS CAR | 75.2% | 26,232 | 38,394 mi | 26 yrs |
| Perodua Myvi | 79.7% | 39,072 | 42,075 mi | 20 yrs |
| Perodua Kelisa | 75.5% | 32,272 | 34,289 mi | 24 yrs |
| Perodua Nippa | 68% | 22,694 | 41,315 mi | 29 yrs |
| BMW F650 | 82.4% | 23,786 | 26,524 mi | 32 yrs |
Compared to the Perodua Myvi (79.7% pass rate) and the Perodua Kelisa (75.5% pass rate), the Perodua Kenari trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Perodua Kenari has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.2% across 26,232 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 Perodua Kenari are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,306 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (622), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (570). 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 Perodua Kenari owner drives around 3,399 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 Perodua Kenari models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.