Kawasaki Kh 100 G5 (1984)
1984 Kawasaki Kh 100 G5
CarHunch analysed 135 real MOT records for the 1984 Kawasaki Kh 100 G5. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1984 Kawasaki KH 100-G5 is a reliability concern: it passes MOT on the first attempt just 40% of the time, compared to the UK average of 80%. The good news is that dangerous defects are virtually non-existent across the 135 vehicles analysed, and failures are rare at 0.01 per vehicle on average.
At nearly 34,000 miles median, these machines show moderate use for their age, and the near-zero advisory rate suggests that when they do need work, it tends to be straightforward rather than creeping deterioration. If you're considering one, treat the first-time pass rate as a red flag for pre-purchase inspection—have a specialist go over the ignition, carburetor, and fuel lines before committing, as that's where these air-cooled two-strokes typically stumble.
What to check before buying a 1984 Kawasaki Kh 100 G5
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1984 Kawasaki Kh 100 G5 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1984 Kawasaki Kh 100 G5 vehicles fall between 33,946 and 33,946 miles.
MOT History Averages
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