Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,158 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 24.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f MOT Reliability Overview
The Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,158 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.3% and a failure rate of 24.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f presents for MOT with approximately 8,691 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2007 models achieve the highest pass rate at 76.5%, while 2008 models have the lowest at 68.4%. This 8.1 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 15.4% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Motorcycle drive system at 9.1%. Motorcycle lighting and signalling rounds out the top three at 8.8%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 17.6% | 204 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Drive System | 10.3% | 119 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 9.3% | 108 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 9.0% | 104 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 4.5% | 52 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 3.6% | 42 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.4% | 28 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.3% | 27 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.2% | 26 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.7% | 20 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.6% | 19 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.4% | 16 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.8% | 9 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.5% | 6 |
| 15 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.4% | 5 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 8,691 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 20.27 | 17.6% | 204 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 11.82 | 10.3% | 119 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 10.73 | 9.3% | 108 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 10.33 | 9.0% | 104 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 5.17 | 4.5% | 52 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 4.17 | 3.6% | 42 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.78 | 2.4% | 28 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.68 | 2.3% | 27 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.58 | 2.2% | 26 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.99 | 1.7% | 20 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.89 | 1.6% | 19 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.59 | 1.4% | 16 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.89 | 0.8% | 9 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.60 | 0.5% | 6 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.50 | 0.4% | 5 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f has 8,691 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 28.42% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f MOT Data
The Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,158 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.3% and a failure rate of 24.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle drive system for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Bn 125 A7f is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 15.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 15.4% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle drive system — 9.1% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 9.1% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 8.8% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 8.8% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f?
Based on 1,158 MOT tests in our database, the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f has an overall pass rate of 75.3% (24.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f?
The top 3 reasons a Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (15.4%), 2. Motorcycle drive system (9.1%), 3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f reliable?
With a 24.7% MOT failure rate, the Bn 125 A7f is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kawasaki Bn 125 A7f?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (15.4%); Motorcycle drive system (9.1%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.8%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.