Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf
MotorcycleFrom 326 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil and grease etc. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 3 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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 2 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 2 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 1 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 1 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 92.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
Typical mileage
Half of all Klz 1000 Bhfs tested had between 9,903 and 22,618 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 14,294 median miles, the Klz 1000 Bhf has 0.05 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 Klz 1000 Bhf MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf has a 92.9% MOT pass rate based on 326 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Klz 1000 Bhf is 14,294 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,903 and 22,618 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.