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

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Is the Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf reliable? We analysed 566 real MOT tests across 180 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 566 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.9%
Typical Mileage
7,293mi
Annual Mileage
1,554mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf 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 Flf.

Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

88.7%
2021
92.2%
2020

Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf 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 4

Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
627 mi/yr
Typical
1,554 mi/yr
Average
2,381 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,870 mi/yr

Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 71 88.7% 3,492 5,740 12,402
2020 460 92.2% 4,808 7,640 13,429

How Long Does a Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf Last?

Based on 180 Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.4 years
Median
5.0 years

Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf Mileage Distribution

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

Median
7,293 mi
75th Percentile
13,266 mi
95th Percentile
23,271 mi
Max Recorded
43,435 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf

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

Best year
2020

92.2% MOT pass rate from 460 tests

Year to avoid
2021

88.7% MOT pass rate from 71 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.2% across 460 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.7% — 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 Flf 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 Flf THIS CAR 91.9% 566 7,293 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
Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav T D A 88.4% 872 40,094 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 Flf outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf?

The Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.9% across 566 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 Flf 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 Flf owner drives around 1,554 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 Flf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf reliable?
Based on 566 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf has a 91.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf does around 1,554 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf?
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 Flf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Kle 650 Flf is 2020 with a 92.2% pass rate across 460 tests.