MOT reliability
Kawasaki Zx250r
4 vehicles · 41 completed MOT tests analysed
71%
MOT pass rate
Based on 4 Kawasaki Zx250r vehicles and 41 completed MOT tests, the Kawasaki Zx250r has an overall 71% pass rate, with an average recorded mileage of 9,805 miles.
4
Vehicles
41
MOT tests
561
Avg miles / year
1.7
Faults per test
0%
Dangerous-fault share
Kawasaki Zx250r problem areas
Where faults occur most across all Kawasaki Zx250r MOT tests:
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Other93%
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Steering9%
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Brakes3%
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Identification & plates3%
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Lamps & electrical3%
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Seatbelts & equipment1%
Kawasaki Zx250r pass rate by age
| Age (years) | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 100% |
| 4 | 6 | 67% |
| 5 | 4 | 75% |
| 6 | 6 | 67% |
| 7 | 3 | 67% |
| 8 | 5 | 60% |
| 9 | 4 | 50% |
| 10 | 1 | 100% |
| 11 | 2 | 50% |
| 12 | 2 | 100% |
| 13 | 2 | 50% |
| 14 | 1 | 100% |
| 15 | 1 | 100% |
| 16 | 1 | 100% |
| 17 | 1 | 100% |
| 18 | 1 | 100% |
Fuel types: Petrol (4)
Most common Kawasaki Zx250r MOT faults
These are the faults and advisories recorded most often across Kawasaki Zx250r MOT tests:
- Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l) (6 times)
- Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) (3 times)
- Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b) (2 times)
- Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii)) (2 times)
- Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) (2 times)
- Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) (2 times)
- Nail in rear tyre. (2 times)
- Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) (2 times)
- Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e) (2 times)
- Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e) (2 times)
- Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a) (2 times)
- Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a) (2 times)
- Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c) (2 times)
- Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c) (2 times)
- Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c) (2 times)
Kawasaki Zx250r pass rate by registration year
| Year | Vehicles | Tests | Pass rate | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 2 | 18 | 72% | 6,689 |
| 2008 | 2 | 23 | 70% | 12,922 |
Kawasaki Zx250r reliability FAQ
Across 4 Kawasaki Zx250r vehicles in our MOT data,
71% pass the MOT (a 29% failure rate), with about
1.7 faults or advisories recorded per test.
The most frequently recorded Kawasaki Zx250r MOT issues are:
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l); Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3); Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b).
The typical Kawasaki Zx250r in our data has covered around
9,805 miles.
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