Kawasaki Zx vs Kawasaki Zx-6r: MOT reliability compared
Updated 05 September 2026.
11.0%
Kawasaki Zx MOT failure rate, 7.2 pts lower than Kawasaki Zx-6r
Kawasaki Zx is the more reliable MOT performer: 11.0% of Kawasaki Zx MOTs fail versus 18.2% for Kawasaki Zx-6r, a 7.2 point gap.
| Metric | Kawasaki Zx | Kawasaki Zx-6r |
|---|---|---|
| MOT failure rate | 11.0% | 18.2% |
| Tests analysed | 208,941 | 207,142 |
| Most common failure | Lamps & electrical (21.6%) | Brakes (27.4%) |
Questions and answers
Which is more reliable, Kawasaki Zx or Kawasaki Zx-6r?
Kawasaki Zx is the more reliable MOT performer: 11.0% of Kawasaki Zx MOTs fail versus 18.2% for Kawasaki Zx-6r, a 7.2 point gap.
What is the MOT failure rate of the Kawasaki Zx?
11.0% of Kawasaki Zx MOT tests result in a failure, from 208,941 tests.
What is the MOT failure rate of the Kawasaki Zx-6r?
18.2% of Kawasaki Zx-6r MOT tests result in a failure, from 207,142 tests.