Kawasaki Ninja 250 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 96 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 27.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kawasaki Ninja 250 MOT Reliability Overview
The Kawasaki Ninja 250 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 96 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.9% and a failure rate of 27.1%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kawasaki Ninja 250 earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Kawasaki Ninja 250 presents for MOT with approximately 11,185 miles on the clock. The 2009 manufacture year performs best with a 68.9% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Kawasaki Ninja 250 is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 19.8% 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 brakes at 14.6%. Motorcycle tyres rounds out the top three at 8.3%. 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
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 Steering And Suspension | 25.0% | 24 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 17.7% | 17 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 9.4% | 9 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres | 8.3% | 8 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 7.3% | 7 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.3% | 6 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 4.2% | 4 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Drive System | 4.2% | 4 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Suspension | 4.2% | 4 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.0% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.0% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 1.0% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.0% | 1 |
| 14 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 11,185 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 | 22.35 | 25.0% | 24 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 15.83 | 17.7% | 17 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 8.38 | 9.4% | 9 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 7.45 | 8.3% | 8 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 6.52 | 7.3% | 7 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 5.59 | 6.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.73 | 4.2% | 4 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 3.73 | 4.2% | 4 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 3.73 | 4.2% | 4 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.93 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.93 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.93 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.93 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.93 | 1.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kawasaki Ninja 250 has 11,185 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 Ninja 250 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 24.23% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kawasaki Ninja 250 MOT Data
The Kawasaki Ninja 250 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 96 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.9% and a failure rate of 27.1%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kawasaki Ninja 250 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 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 Ninja 250 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 19.8% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 19.8% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Ninja 250. 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 brakes — 14.6% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 14.6% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Ninja 250. 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 — 8.3% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 8.3% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Ninja 250. 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 Ninja 250?
Based on 96 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Kawasaki Ninja 250 has an overall pass rate of 72.9% (27.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Ninja 250?
The top 3 reasons a Kawasaki Ninja 250 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (19.8%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (14.6%), 3. Motorcycle tyres (8.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kawasaki Ninja 250 reliable?
With a 27.1% MOT failure rate, the Ninja 250 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kawasaki Ninja 250?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (19.8%); Motorcycle brakes (14.6%); Motorcycle tyres (8.3%). 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.