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FG12 OVC

2012 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf

Orange Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,239 mi
Last recorded39,239 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf12,120 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 OVC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 Cbf
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 39,239 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 39,190 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 38,863 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 37,607 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 34,938 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit only 1.1 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Apr 2020 34,938 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit only 1.1 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 28,022 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 26,589 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 21,065 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2016 18,997 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 12,580 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf?

Based on 2,730 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
957
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
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FG12 OVC is a 2012 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf in Orange with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 12,120 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG12 OVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FG12 OVC is a 2012 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf, first registered on 13 June 2012.

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