Kawasaki Er 650 Hkf
MotorcycleFrom 616 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, lamp emitted colour and position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 8 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 5 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 2 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 17.6% of Er 650 Hkf failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £59.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 93% | handlebar grip insecure to handlebar, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
| 2019 | 87.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Er 650 Hkfs tested had between 4,519 and 18,927 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 7,869 median miles, the Er 650 Hkf has 0.139 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 Hkf MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Er 650 Hkf has a 89.1% MOT pass rate based on 616 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Er 650 Hkf?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Er 650 Hkf is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Er 650 Hkf at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Er 650 Hkf is 7,869 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,519 and 18,927 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.