Kawasaki Br 125 Kkfa
MotorcycleFrom 443 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 22 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 22 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 16 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 14 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 14 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 10 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 5 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 5 |
| brake performance unable to be tested | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 29.1% of Br 125 Kkfa failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £62.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 76% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2019 | 78.7% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Br 125 Kkfas tested had between 3,467 and 12,181 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 7,291 median miles, the Br 125 Kkfa has 0.306 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Br 125 Kkfa MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Br 125 Kkfa has a 77.7% MOT pass rate based on 443 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Br 125 Kkfa?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Br 125 Kkfa is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 22 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Br 125 Kkfa at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Br 125 Kkfa is 7,291 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,467 and 12,181 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.