Kawasaki Kle MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 5,218 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 12.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kawasaki Kle MOT Reliability Overview
The Kawasaki Kle is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 5,218 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 14 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% and a failure rate of 12.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kawasaki Kle earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Kawasaki Kle presents for MOT with approximately 15,657 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2017 models achieve the highest pass rate at 91.9%, while 1994 models have the lowest at 75.6%. This 16.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Kawasaki Kle is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, affecting 6.3% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 6.2%. Motorcycle tyres rounds out the top three at 3.8%. 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.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 3 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Kawasaki Kle vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Kawasaki Kle. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 10 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Kawasaki Kle actually sees a 14% decrease in failure rate after the warranty period. This is likely due to survivorship bias — unreliable cars are already off the road by this age. Peak failure occurs at age 8 (14.4% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | 6.3% | 331 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.3% | 327 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.8% | 197 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.0% | 158 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.6% | 83 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 1.3% | 66 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.0% | 52 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Drive System | 0.9% | 45 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 0.8% | 41 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.7% | 34 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.5% | 28 |
| 12 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.3% | 17 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.2% | 12 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.2% | 12 |
| 15 | Non-component Advisories | 0.2% | 8 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 15,657 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 | 4.05 | 6.3% | 331 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 4.00 | 6.3% | 327 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.41 | 3.8% | 197 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.93 | 3.0% | 158 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.02 | 1.6% | 83 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.81 | 1.3% | 66 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.64 | 1.0% | 52 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.55 | 0.9% | 45 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.50 | 0.8% | 41 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.42 | 0.7% | 34 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.34 | 0.5% | 28 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.21 | 0.3% | 17 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.15 | 0.2% | 12 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.15 | 0.2% | 12 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.10 | 0.2% | 8 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kawasaki Kle has 15,657 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 Kle has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 7.86% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kawasaki Kle MOT Data
The Kawasaki Kle is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 5,218 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 14 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% and a failure rate of 12.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kawasaki Kle owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lamps and reflectors and motorcycle brakes 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 Kle is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 6.3% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 6.3% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Kle. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle brakes — 6.2% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 6.2% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Kle. 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 tyres — 3.8% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Kle. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Kawasaki Kle?
Based on 5,218 MOT tests in our database, the Kawasaki Kle has an overall pass rate of 87.7% (12.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Kle?
The top 3 reasons a Kawasaki Kle fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.3%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (6.2%), 3. Motorcycle tyres (3.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kawasaki Kle reliable?
With a 12.3% MOT failure rate, the Kle is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kawasaki Kle?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.3%); Motorcycle brakes (6.2%); Motorcycle tyres (3.8%). 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.