Kawasaki Vn vulcan classic vs Kawasaki Zzr600: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Kawasaki Vn vulcan classic
65%
MOT pass rate · 1 vehicles
Kawasaki Zzr600
82%
MOT pass rate · 6,491 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Kawasaki Vn vulcan classic (65%) and Kawasaki Zzr600 (82%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Kawasaki Vn vulcan classic | Kawasaki Zzr600 |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 65% | 82% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 35% | 18% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.1 | 0.9 ✓ |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 1% |
| Average mileage | 29,145 mi | 37,252 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 1 | 6,491 |
Most common faults
Kawasaki Vn vulcan classic
- Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
- both front and rear tyre pressures were low(10 psi) and have been re-inflated
- rear brake fully adjusted up,possibly requires new brake shoes
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
- Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Kawasaki Zzr600
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
- Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
- Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
- Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Kawasaki Vn vulcan classic (65%) and Kawasaki Zzr600 (82%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Kawasaki Vn vulcan classic report Full Kawasaki Zzr600 report Most reliable cars
Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.