Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Kawasaki Ej?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Kawasaki Ej?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Kawasaki Ej?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Kawasaki Ej reliable?

Based on MOT data from 132 vehicles, the 2016 Kawasaki Ej has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Kawasaki Ej?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Kawasaki Ej are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (36.2% of vehicles), Exhaust noisy (24.8% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (21% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Kawasaki Ej?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Kawasaki Ej (2016)

132 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.5% first-time pass rate

2016 Kawasaki Ej

CarHunch analysed 132 real MOT records for the 2016 Kawasaki Ej. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.

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The 2016 Kawasaki EJ is significantly more reliable than average, with a 94.5% first-time pass rate well above the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare, occurring in only 10.6% of vehicles. This is a trustworthy used buy on the reliability front.

These machines are lightly used for their age, averaging just 7,382 miles, which explains the low failure rate of 0.38 per vehicle and modest advisory count of 1.0. Before purchase, get a pre-buy inspection focused on the few advisories that do appear (typically wear items), and you'll have a solid ownership experience.

We have limited data for the 2016 Kawasaki Ej — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these cars have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

94.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

10.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.38

Over 5.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

These stats describe 132 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

What tends to go wrong

Based on 132 cars. % = share of cohort with at least one match (advisories + failures combined).

~1 in 3 Tyre wear

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (36.2%) · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (21%) · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.7%) · …

💡 Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. A used-car inspection will confirm how much is left.

~1 in 6 Exhaust & emissions

Exhaust noisy (24.8%)

~1 in 6 Other issues

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (16.2%) · Chain guard missing (6.7%) · Handlebar deformed but serviceable (1.9%)

5.7% Lighting

Front Stop lamp not working (5.7%) · Headlamp aim too low (5.7%) · Headlamp aim too high (3.8%) · …

💡 Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

4.8% Brake wear

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (4.8%) · Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (3.8%) · Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (2.9%)

💡 Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

1.9% Suspension & steering

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (1.9%)

💡 Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016. Counts include advisories and failures.

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Before you buy a 2016 Kawasaki Ej

Based on MOT data from 132 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch →

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Kawasaki Ej vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

5,469

typical

3,240

low mileage

9,055

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Kawasaki Ej vehicles fall between 3,240 and 9,055 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,240 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 3,240–9,055 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Kawasaki Ejs sit.

⚠ Over 12,224 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Kawasaki Ej — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Kawasaki Ejs are still being driven.

Strong survival — 93 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 85% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.38

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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