Kawasaki Br 125 Lmfan
MotorcycleFrom 217 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 10 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.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 10 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 8 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| a suspension component modified so that the suspension is inoperative or likely to fail other components | 2 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 2 |
| a throttle control not functioning correctly | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 42.6% of failures are serious: 42.6% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £74.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 81.6% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Br 125 Lmfans tested had between 2,708 and 8,833 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 5,509 median miles, the Br 125 Lmfan has 0.334 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 Lmfan MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Br 125 Lmfan has a 81.6% MOT pass rate based on 217 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Br 125 Lmfan?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Br 125 Lmfan is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 10 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Br 125 Lmfan at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Br 125 Lmfan is 5,509 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,708 and 8,833 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.