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OV13 VNL

2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,520 mi
Last recorded21,520 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf13,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV13 VNL
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 Cbf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 21,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 21,290 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 21,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 20,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 20,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 20,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 19,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 19,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2019 17,763 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 16,004 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 15,415 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 13,301 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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OV13 VNL is a 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.8% with a typical mileage of 13,618 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV13 VNL, 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 13 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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OV13 VNL is a 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf, first registered on 24 June 2013.

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