Kawasaki Kz440 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 45 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 22.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kawasaki Kz440 MOT Reliability Overview
The Kawasaki Kz440 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 45 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.8% and a failure rate of 22.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kawasaki Kz440 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Kawasaki Kz440 presents for MOT with approximately 15,129 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Kawasaki Kz440 is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 15.6% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors at 13.3%. Motorcycle tyres and wheels rounds out the top three at 6.7%. 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
* 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 Steering And Suspension | 15.6% | 7 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 13.3% | 6 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 6.7% | 3 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 6.7% | 3 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 6.7% | 3 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 4.4% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Wheels | 4.4% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Brakes | 4.4% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.2% | 1 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.2% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 2.2% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.2% | 1 |
| 13 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 15,129 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 steering and suspension | 10.28 | 15.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 8.81 | 13.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 4.41 | 6.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 4.41 | 6.7% | 3 |
| Non-component advisories | 4.41 | 6.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle steering | 2.94 | 4.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 2.94 | 4.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.94 | 4.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.47 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 1.47 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.47 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.47 | 2.2% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.47 | 2.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kawasaki Kz440 has 15,129 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 Kz440 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 14.67% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kawasaki Kz440 MOT Data
The Kawasaki Kz440 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 45 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.8% and a failure rate of 22.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kawasaki Kz440 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension and motorcycle lamps and reflectors 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 Kz440 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 15.6% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 15.6% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Kz440. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 13.3% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 13.3% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Kz440. 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 tyres and wheels — 6.7% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Kz440. 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 Kz440?
Based on 45 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Kawasaki Kz440 has an overall pass rate of 77.8% (22.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Kz440?
The top 3 reasons a Kawasaki Kz440 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (15.6%), 2. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (13.3%), 3. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (6.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kawasaki Kz440 reliable?
With a 22.2% MOT failure rate, the Kz440 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kawasaki Kz440?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (15.6%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (13.3%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (6.7%). 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.