Kawasaki Kle 650 A9F
MotorcycleFrom 205 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 4 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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| a lamp likely to become detached | 2 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 1 |
| fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap | 1 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 1 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 14.3% of Kle 650 A9F 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 £70.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 84.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Kle 650 A9Fs tested had between 15,402 and 32,069 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 23,541 median miles, the Kle 650 A9F has 0.056 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 Kle 650 A9F MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Kle 650 A9F has a 86.8% MOT pass rate based on 205 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Kle 650 A9F?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Kle 650 A9F is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Kle 650 A9F at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Kle 650 A9F is 23,541 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,402 and 32,069 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.