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

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 Sc?

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 Sc?

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 Sc vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% 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 Sc reliable?

Based on MOT data from 223 vehicles, the 2016 Kawasaki Sc has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.3%, 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 Sc?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Kawasaki Sc are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (32.8% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (31.9% of vehicles), Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (28.4% 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 Sc?

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 Sc (2016)

223 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.3% first-time pass rate

2016 Kawasaki Sc

CarHunch analysed 223 real MOT records for the 2016 Kawasaki Sc. 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 SC passes its MOT first time at 89.3%, well above the UK average of 80%, which is a strong reliability indicator—though nearly 29% of vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, so you'll want to inspect brakes and electrics carefully before purchase. At a median mileage of just 9,419 miles for an eight-year-old bike, these are low-use machines, and the 0.67 average failures per vehicle reflects that gentler usage pattern. With 3.6 advisories per vehicle on average, you should expect minor wear items rather than structural problems, but budget for routine maintenance as these bikes age.

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

⚠️ 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

89.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

28.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.67

Over 5.3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 6k–17k

For context

These stats describe 223 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 223 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 32.8%

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.

Suspension & steering 28.4%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy

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

Brake wear 21.4%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

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

Other issues 16%

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Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Kawasaki Sc

Based on MOT data from 223 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 28.7% 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 550 Kawasaki Sc vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 72.5%

399

White 17.8%

Silver 9.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Kawasaki Sc 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.

9,419

typical

5,523

low mileage

17,439

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Kawasaki Sc vehicles fall between 5,523 and 17,439 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,523 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.

✓ 5,523–17,439 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Kawasaki Scs sit.

⚠ Over 23,542 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 Sc — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 67% of 2016 Kawasaki Scs are still active.

113 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 67% of the peak remain.

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

5.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.67

Avg failures per vehicle

3.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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