Kawasaki Kle 650 Fkf
MotorcycleFrom 346 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, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, 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.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 2 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 1 |
| restriction in free movement of the braking system | 1 |
| a drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 1 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 1 |
| audible warning not working | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 36.8% of failures are serious: 36.8% 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 £78.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 91.5% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Kle 650 Fkfs tested had between 5,083 and 13,291 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 8,269 median miles, the Kle 650 Fkf has 0.129 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 Fkf MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Kle 650 Fkf has a 89.3% MOT pass rate based on 346 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Kle 650 Fkf?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Kle 650 Fkf is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Kle 650 Fkf at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Kle 650 Fkf is 8,269 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,083 and 13,291 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.