Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F reliable? We analysed 4,120 real MOT tests across 423 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F.
Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 117 | 88.9% | 4,935 | 9,927 | 23,165 |
| 2010 | 1,269 | 88.9% | 7,255 | 12,466 | 19,408 |
| 2009 | 2,643 | 86.5% | 7,919 | 13,906 | 21,068 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F Last?
Based on 423 Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.9% MOT pass rate from 1,269 tests
86.5% MOT pass rate from 2,643 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.9% across 1,269 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F THIS CAR | 87.5% | 4,120 | 13,334 mi | 17 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 |
| Rolls Royce Silver Shadow 11 | 78.1% | 1,463 | 81,935 mi | 49 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki Ex 650 C9FShould you buy a used Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F?
The Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% across 4,120 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (38 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (16), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (13). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F 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 Ex 650 C9F owner drives around 893 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.
In terms of longevity, most Kawasaki Ex 650 C9F models stay on UK roads for around 17 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.