Kawasaki Ex 650 Kkf
MotorcycleFrom 219 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, 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, 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 rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 2 |
| a wheel excessively corroded, damaged or distorted | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 1 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 1 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 1 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 91.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ex 650 Kkfs tested had between 3,764 and 9,683 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,107 median miles, the Ex 650 Kkf has 0.164 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 Kkf MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Ex 650 Kkf has a 90% MOT pass rate based on 219 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Ex 650 Kkf?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Ex 650 Kkf is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Ex 650 Kkf at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Ex 650 Kkf is 6,107 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,764 and 9,683 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.