Kawasaki Ninga MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 95 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kawasaki Ninga MOT Reliability Overview
The Kawasaki Ninga is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 95 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.2% and a failure rate of 16.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kawasaki Ninga earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Kawasaki Ninga presents for MOT with approximately 25,219 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Kawasaki Ninga 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 tyres and wheels at 5.3%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 5.3%. 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 Tyres And Wheels | 7.4% | 7 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.3% | 6 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 5.3% | 5 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Drive System | 5.3% | 5 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 4.2% | 4 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 4.2% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Wheels | 2.1% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.1% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.1% | 1 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.1% | 1 |
| 11 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.1% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.1% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.1% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 25,219 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 tyres and wheels | 2.92 | 7.4% | 7 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.50 | 6.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.09 | 5.3% | 5 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 2.09 | 5.3% | 5 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.67 | 4.2% | 4 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 1.67 | 4.2% | 4 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.83 | 2.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.83 | 2.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.42 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.42 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.42 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.42 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.42 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.42 | 1.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kawasaki Ninga has 25,219 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 Ninga has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 6.66% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kawasaki Ninga MOT Data
The Kawasaki Ninga is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 95 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.2% and a failure rate of 16.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kawasaki Ninga 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 tyres and wheels 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 Ninga 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 Ninga. 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 — 5.3% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Ninga. 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.
Motorcycle brakes — 5.3% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Ninga. 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Kawasaki Ninga?
Based on 95 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Kawasaki Ninga has an overall pass rate of 83.2% (16.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Ninga?
The top 3 reasons a Kawasaki Ninga fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.3%), 2. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (5.3%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (5.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kawasaki Ninga reliable?
With a 16.8% MOT failure rate, the Ninga is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kawasaki Ninga?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.3%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (5.3%); Motorcycle brakes (5.3%). 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.