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GV61 LRJ

2012 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,245 mi
Last recorded9,245 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf12,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 LRJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 Cbf
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 9,245 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2026 9,229 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 9,022 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 8,692 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 7,935 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 7,071 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 6,292 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 5,739 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 5,145 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 4,603 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 4,020 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 2,802 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 2,191 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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GV61 LRJ is a 2012 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GV61 LRJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV61 LRJ registered?

GV61 LRJ is a 2012 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf, first registered on 3 February 2012.

Is GV61 LRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV61 LRJ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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