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SP61 XBU

2011 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf

Orange Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,241 mi
Last recorded32,241 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf11,686 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP61 XBU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 Cbf
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 32,241 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 31,716 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 30,982 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 28,766 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 26,399 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 23,684 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 23,680 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 21,838 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Pass 7 Sep 2018 17,397 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 17,381 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 9,832 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 9,008 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 8,036 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2016 8,036 miles

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 4,016 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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SP61 XBU is a 2011 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf in Orange with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 11,686 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 SP61 XBU, 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 15 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 SP61 XBU registered?

SP61 XBU is a 2011 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cbf, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is SP61 XBU safe to buy?

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