Model report · 2005–2025
KAWASAKI KLX300R
298cc
Petrol
Class 2
81.9%
first-time pass rate
10.2%
failed outright
2,178
median miles at test
166
MOT tests, 2005–2025
What fails on a KLX300R
failure defects by component group · advisories excluded
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects |
|---|---|---|---|
| lighting and signalling |
|
20 | 37.7 |
| steering and suspension |
|
13 | 24.5 |
| tyres and wheels |
|
4 | 7.5 |
| brakes |
|
4 | 7.5 |
| reg plates and vin |
|
4 | 7.5 |
| tyres |
|
3 | 5.7 |
| lamps and reflectors |
|
2 | 3.8 |
| fuel and exhaust |
|
1 | 1.9 |
| Identification of the vehicle |
|
1 | 1.9 |
| audible warning (Horn) |
|
1 | 1.9 |
Defects recorded against failed normal tests, 2005–2025, grouped by DVSA inspection section. One test can record multiple defects.
How rivals compare
same type, similar capacity, high test volume
On first-time pass rate the KLX300R beats 0 of its 1 closest rivals (HONDA CRF250).
Rivals share this bike's type and sit within ±30% of its engine capacity, ≥ 5,000 tests. Card colour = better/worse first-time pass rate than the KLX300R.