Kawasaki Er 650 Hhf
MotorcycleFrom 487 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 12 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 12 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 5 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 4 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 2 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 2 |
| reflector colour or position not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 41.5% of failures are serious: 41.5% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £93.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 86.6% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Er 650 Hhfs tested had between 6,357 and 18,828 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,814 median miles, the Er 650 Hhf has 0.109 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Er 650 Hhf MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Er 650 Hhf has a 87.1% MOT pass rate based on 487 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Er 650 Hhf?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Er 650 Hhf is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Er 650 Hhf at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Er 650 Hhf is 11,814 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,357 and 18,828 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.