Kawasaki Ex 650 Khf
MotorcycleFrom 279 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 5 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.
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 2 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 2 |
| headlamp ‘dip’ switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| an exhaust silencer marked ‘not for road use’, ‘track use only’ or similar words | 2 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 8.3% of Ex 650 Khf 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 £48.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 86.7% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ex 650 Khfs tested had between 5,141 and 15,162 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 10,013 median miles, the Ex 650 Khf has 0.133 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 Ex 650 Khf MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Ex 650 Khf has a 86.7% MOT pass rate based on 279 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Ex 650 Khf?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Ex 650 Khf is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Ex 650 Khf at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Ex 650 Khf is 10,013 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,141 and 15,162 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.