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

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 Klz?

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 Klz?

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 Klz reliable?

Based on MOT data from 316 vehicles, the 2016 Kawasaki Klz has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.1%, 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 Klz?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Kawasaki Klz are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (26.6% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (23.9% of vehicles), Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (20.6% 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 Klz?

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 Klz (2016)

316 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.1% first-time pass rate

2016 Kawasaki Klz

CarHunch analysed 316 real MOT records for the 2016 Kawasaki Klz. 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. 316 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2016 Kawasaki KLZ is a genuinely reliable bike, with a 90% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80% by a clear 10 points. Dangerous defects have shown up in 17.4% of tested examples—not alarming, but worth a pre-purchase inspection to catch any wear on brakes or suspension.

These machines are running low mileage for their age, averaging just 14,725 miles, which suggests they're either well-maintained leisure bikes or underused commuters. When failures do occur, they're light (0.75 per vehicle on average) and typically accompanied by minor advisories; before buying, get a full MOT history check and specifically verify the condition of the electrical system and exhaust, the two areas where these bikes most commonly rack up advisory flags.

The 2016 Kawasaki Klz passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (90.1%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

90.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

17.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.75

Over 6.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 9k–18k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 90.1% 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 1.9 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 316 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 316 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 26.6%

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.

Brake wear 20.6%

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 20.1%

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

Lighting 15.9%

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.

Suspension & steering 6.3%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

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

Exhaust & emissions 5.6%

Exhaust noisy

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 316 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 17.4% 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 942 Kawasaki Klz vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 22.7%

214

Green 19.9%

187

Orange 19%

179

Grey 16.3%

154

Black 13%

122

Silver 9.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Kawasaki Klz 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.

13,411

typical

9,219

low mileage

17,852

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Kawasaki Klz vehicles fall between 9,219 and 17,852 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,219 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.

✓ 9,219–17,852 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Kawasaki Klzs sit.

⚠ Over 24,100 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 Klz — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Kawasaki Klzs are still being driven.

Strong survival — 241 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 83% 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

6.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.75

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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