Kawasaki Z750s MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 2,845 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kawasaki Z750s MOT Reliability Overview
The Kawasaki Z750s is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,845 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 8 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.0% and a failure rate of 16.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kawasaki Z750s earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Kawasaki Z750s presents for MOT with approximately 17,109 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2011 models achieve the highest pass rate at 95.5%, while 2010 models have the lowest at 71.2%. This 24.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Kawasaki Z750s is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 8.1% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 6.6%. Motorcycle tyres and wheels rounds out the top three at 4.4%. 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
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Kawasaki Z750s. 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 18 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Kawasaki Z750s actually sees a 15% 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 18 (19.5% 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 Lighting And Signalling | 8.7% | 248 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 7.0% | 200 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 5.2% | 147 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 3.7% | 106 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.5% | 72 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.1% | 60 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.0% | 57 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.4% | 41 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.0% | 28 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.8% | 24 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.8% | 22 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.6% | 18 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.6% | 18 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.6% | 16 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.4% | 10 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 17,109 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 lighting and signalling | 5.10 | 8.7% | 248 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 4.11 | 7.0% | 200 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.02 | 5.2% | 147 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.18 | 3.7% | 106 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.48 | 2.5% | 72 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.23 | 2.1% | 60 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 1.17 | 2.0% | 57 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.84 | 1.4% | 41 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.58 | 1.0% | 28 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.49 | 0.8% | 24 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.45 | 0.8% | 22 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.37 | 0.6% | 18 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.37 | 0.6% | 18 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.33 | 0.6% | 16 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.21 | 0.4% | 10 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kawasaki Z750s has 17,109 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 Z750s has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 9.35% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kawasaki Z750s MOT Data
The Kawasaki Z750s is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 2,845 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 8 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.0% and a failure rate of 16.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kawasaki Z750s owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 Z750s is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 8.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 8.1% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Z750s. 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.
Motorcycle brakes — 6.6% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 6.6% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Z750s. 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 and wheels — 4.4% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 4.4% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Z750s. 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 Z750s?
Based on 2,845 MOT tests in our database, the Kawasaki Z750s has an overall pass rate of 84.0% (16.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Z750s?
The top 3 reasons a Kawasaki Z750s fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.1%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (6.6%), 3. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (4.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kawasaki Z750s reliable?
With a 16.0% MOT failure rate, the Z750s is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kawasaki Z750s?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (8.1%); Motorcycle brakes (6.6%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (4.4%). 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.