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Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa reliable? We analysed 741 real MOT tests across 264 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 741 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.8%
Typical Mileage
6,292mi
Annual Mileage
1,126mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa.

Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.9%
2021
91.3%
2020

Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail 2
Central Rear Lower Valve stem seriously damaged 1
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls 1
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1
Valve stem seriously damaged 1

Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
446 mi/yr
Typical
1,126 mi/yr
Average
1,899 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,761 mi/yr

Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 172 91.9% 3,970 7,356 14,299
2020 529 91.3% 3,600 6,100 11,223

How Long Does a Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa Last?

Based on 264 Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.3 years
Median
4.0 years

Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
6,292 mi
75th Percentile
11,693 mi
95th Percentile
25,085 mi
Max Recorded
44,052 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

91.9% MOT pass rate from 172 tests

Year to avoid
2020

91.3% MOT pass rate from 529 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 172 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa THIS CAR 91.8% 741 6,292 mi — yrs
Kawasaki ZX-6R 81.7% 204,826 19,965 mi 31 yrs
Kawasaki ZX-9R 83.7% 103,150 22,736 mi 32 yrs
Kawasaki ER5 81.2% 65,763 22,023 mi 30 yrs
BMW 330E Xdrive SE Pro Auto 85.4% 377 48,213 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa?

The Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.8% across 741 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is drive chain so loose it is likely to fail. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa owner drives around 1,126 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa reliable?
Based on 741 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa has a 91.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa does around 1,126 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Er 650 Klfa is 2021 with a 91.9% pass rate across 172 tests.