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Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf reliable? We analysed 1,006 real MOT tests across 117 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,006 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.9%
Typical Mileage
16,326mi
Annual Mileage
1,401mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
14yrs

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

Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

84.8%
2013
89.3%
2012

Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation perished 2

Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 5

Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
568 mi/yr
Typical
1,401 mi/yr
Average
1,925 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,589 mi/yr

Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 368 84.8% 10,529 18,202 26,511
2012 599 89.3% 9,496 15,966 23,169

How Long Does a Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf Last?

Based on 117 Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.5 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
14 years

Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf Mileage Distribution

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

Median
16,326 mi
75th Percentile
24,351 mi
95th Percentile
40,438 mi
Max Recorded
86,518 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf

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

Best year
2012

89.3% MOT pass rate from 599 tests

Year to avoid
2013

84.8% MOT pass rate from 368 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.3% across 599 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf THIS CAR 87.9% 1,006 16,326 mi 14 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
Vauxhall Crossland Griffin 90.5% 824 21,868 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf?

The Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.9% across 1,006 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm with 5 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

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 Kle 650 Ccf 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 Kle 650 Ccf owner drives around 1,401 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 Kle 650 Ccf models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. 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.

Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf reliable?
Based on 1,006 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf has a 87.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf does around 1,401 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf last?
Most Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf models stay on UK roads for around 14 years based on our analysis of 117 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf?
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 Kle 650 Ccf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Kle 650 Ccf is 2012 with a 89.3% pass rate across 599 tests.