Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE (2019)
2019 Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE
CarHunch analysed 216 real MOT records for the 2019 Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2019 Kawasaki KLZ 1000 is a genuinely reliable bike, passing its MOT first time in 87.8% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%. Only 6% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety concerns are minimal.
These bikes are running light mileage for their age at just under 10,500 miles on average, which suggests they're cherished rather than thrashed. The low failure rate of 0.25 per vehicle and modest advisory count of 1.1 mean owners face minimal repair surprises—just budget for routine maintenance like chains and brake fluid as part of normal ownership.
What to check before buying a 2019 Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE
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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (96%) | 207 | 87.5% | 0.25 |
| Other (4%) | 9 | 94.4% | 0.22 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2019 Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE 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 2019 Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE vehicles fall between 6,346 and 13,778 miles.
2019 Kawasaki Klz 1000 Dkf SE — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 172 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.
MOT History Averages
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