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

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 Kle?

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 Kle?

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.

How many 2016 Kawasaki Kle vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

21% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Kawasaki Kle reliable?

Based on MOT data from 367 vehicles, the 2016 Kawasaki Kle has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91%, 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 Kle?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Kawasaki Kle are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (28.7% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (28.3% of vehicles), Drive chain slightly loose (18.1% 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 Kle?

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 Kle (2016)

367 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91% first-time pass rate

2016 Kawasaki Kle

CarHunch analysed 367 real MOT records for the 2016 Kawasaki Kle. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 367 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2016 Kawasaki KLE is a genuinely reliable bike, passing its MOT first time in 91% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%. However, one in five of these machines (20.7%) has recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a legitimate buyer concern and worth investigating on any used example you're considering.

At just over 11,000 miles median, these bikes are typically low-mileage machines, suggesting they're weekend or leisure riders rather than commuters. The average of 0.66 failures and 2.7 advisories per test points to minor wear items rather than structural problems—so budget for tyres, chains, and brake pads, but don't expect major engine work. Get a full MOT history printout before purchase and ask specifically about what dangerous defects were recorded, if any.

The 2016 Kawasaki Kle passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (91%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles 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

91%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

20.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.66

Over 6.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 8k–18k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 367 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.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 367 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 28.7%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 18.1%

Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too high · Headlamp not working on dipped beam

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

Brake wear 17.7%

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

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

Other issues 16.9%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

Exhaust & emissions 7.6%

Exhaust noisy

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 367 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 20.7% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,009 Kawasaki Kle vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 28.7%

290

Grey 19%

192

Black 16.6%

167

Orange 14.5%

146

Yellow 13.2%

133

Green 2.4%

Red 2.3%

Blue 1.6%

Silver 1.3%

Purple 0.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Kawasaki Kle 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.

11,303

typical

7,543

low mileage

17,530

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Kawasaki Kle vehicles fall between 7,543 and 17,530 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,543 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.

✓ 7,543–17,530 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Kawasaki Kles sit.

⚠ Over 23,665 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 Kle — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Kawasaki Kles are still being driven.

Strong survival — 270 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% 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

6.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.66

Avg failures per vehicle

2.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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