Perodua Kenari MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Perodua Kenari. Check any Kenari by registration number below.

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68.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.9%

vs Perodua Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Perodua Kenari — MOT Reliability Overview

The Perodua Kenari has an average MOT pass rate of 68.0%, which is 3.9 percentage points below the Perodua brand average of 71.9%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Kenari on the road.

The most common reasons a Perodua Kenari fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Kenari for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Perodua Kenari, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Perodua Kenari performs at MOT across different model years.

2010

Based on 57 vehicles

84.2%Good

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

10.7%

Retest Rate

17.9%

2009

Based on 67 vehicles

71.6%Average

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

23.3%

2008

Based on 72 vehicles

72.2%Average

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

28.2%

2007

Based on 66 vehicles

68.2%Average

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

8.1%

Retest Rate

35.1%

2006

Based on 89 vehicles

66.3%Average

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

32.0%

2005

Based on 83 vehicles

77.1%Good

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.2%

2004

Based on 89 vehicles

51.7%Below Average

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

7.5%

Retest Rate

22.6%

2003

Based on 56 vehicles

62.5%Below Average

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

37.5%

2002

Based on 55 vehicles

67.3%Average

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

10.7%

2001

Based on 51 vehicles

49.0%Poor

Perodua average: 71.9%

Dangerous Defects

10.5%

Retest Rate

36.8%

0

Based on 375 vehicles

77.6%Good

Perodua average: 71.9%

Mileage at 5yr

49k mi

Top MOT Failures — Perodua Kenari

The most common reasons a Perodua Kenari fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

11.2%

Perodua Kenari Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

5.3%

Front Offside

3.5%

Front

3.5%

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See detailed fault analysis for Perodua Kenari

Perodua Kenari — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Perodua Kenari MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Perodua Kenari?

The average MOT pass rate for the Perodua Kenari is 68.0% compared to the Perodua average of 71.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Perodua Kenari?

The most common MOT failures on the Perodua Kenari are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (11.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Perodua Kenari reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 68.0%, the Perodua Kenari is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Perodua Kenari?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Perodua Kenari?

Typical mileage for the Perodua Kenari: 49,341 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Kenari to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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