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

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Is the Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa reliable? We analysed 816 real MOT tests across 158 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 816 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.4%
Typical Mileage
9,626mi
Annual Mileage
1,285mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa 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 Fjfa.

Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.5%
2018
95.9%
2017

Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 3
Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 1
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticking on full lock right 1
Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up 1

Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
530 mi/yr
Typical
1,285 mi/yr
Average
2,119 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,804 mi/yr

Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2018 437 91.5% 6,087 10,990 18,135
2017 290 95.9% 4,117 8,696 13,902

How Long Does a Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa Last?

Based on 158 Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.8 years
Median
7.0 years

Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa Mileage Distribution

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

Median
9,626 mi
75th Percentile
16,028 mi
95th Percentile
32,236 mi
Max Recorded
64,712 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa

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

Best year
2017

95.9% MOT pass rate from 290 tests

Year to avoid
2018

91.5% MOT pass rate from 437 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.9% across 290 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa 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 Fjfa THIS CAR 93.4% 816 9,626 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
Seat Leon S TSI 90.5% 622 75,428 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 Fjfa outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa?

The Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.4% across 816 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 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 Fjfa 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 Fjfa owner drives around 1,285 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 Kle 650 Fjfa — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa reliable?
Based on 816 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa has a 93.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa does around 1,285 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa?
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 Fjfa?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjfa is 2017 with a 95.9% pass rate across 290 tests.