Kawasaki Ex 650 Ecf (2013)
2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Ecf
CarHunch analysed 168 real MOT records for the 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Ecf. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Kawasaki EX 650 ECF has a first-time pass rate of 71.4%, which sits noticeably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes encounter more MOT trouble than typical. The 15.5% dangerous defect rate is manageable rather than alarming, though it's worth noting as a buyer concern.
At 11,108 miles median mileage for a 12-year-old bike, these machines are running relatively light, yet they're still picking up an average of 0.8 failures and 2.6 advisories each—indicating some systemic wear issues beyond just age. Budget for a pre-purchase inspection to check suspension, braking, and electrical components, as the pass rate gap suggests these don't age as gracefully as the class average.
What to check before buying a 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Ecf
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 165 | 71% | 0.81 |
| Other (2%) | 3 | 95.2% | 0.33 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Ecf vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Ecf vehicles fall between 6,555 and 17,649 miles.
2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Ecf — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 65 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (49% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
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