Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf reliable?

Based on MOT data from 211 vehicles, the 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf (2010)

211 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.7% first-time pass rate

2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf

CarHunch analysed 211 real MOT records for the 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Kawasaki EX 650 CAF passes its MOT about as often as the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of 78.7% versus 80% nationally—essentially on par. However, 16.6% of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a meaningful concern for a used buyer and worth investigating thoroughly on any prospect.

At 12,261 miles median, these machines are running well below typical mileage for their age, suggesting many have been garage-kept or ridden sparingly. The average bike racks up just one failure per test but around four advisories, pointing to minor wear items rather than structural problems—so budget for routine maintenance and always get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks brake and suspension components.

We have limited data for the 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

89.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

16.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

Over 8.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 7k–19k

For context

These stats describe 211 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 211 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 16.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (96%)	203	89.3%	1.04

Colour Breakdown

Based on 331 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 35.3%

117

White 34.4%

114

Green 30.2%

100

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

12,261

typical

7,266

low mileage

19,431

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf vehicles fall between 7,266 and 19,431 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,266 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 7,266–19,431 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cafs sit.

⚠ Over 26,231 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Caf — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 69% of 2010 Kawasaki Ex 650 Cafs are still active.

102 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 69% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

Avg failures per vehicle

3.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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