Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Kawasaki Ex?

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 2013 Kawasaki Ex?

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 2013 Kawasaki Ex?

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.

How many 2013 Kawasaki Ex vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2013 Kawasaki Ex reliable?

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles, the 2013 Kawasaki Ex has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Kawasaki Ex?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Kawasaki Ex are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (37.3% of vehicles), Exhaust noisy (34.4% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (30.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Kawasaki Ex?

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 (2013)

131 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.8% first-time pass rate

2013 Kawasaki Ex

CarHunch analysed 131 real MOT records for the 2013 Kawasaki Ex. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.

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The 2013 Kawasaki EX has an 88.8% first-time MOT pass rate, comfortably above the UK average of 80%, which suggests these bikes are generally well-maintained. However, 25.2% have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is notably high and worth investigating on any specific bike you're considering.

At an average mileage of 10,338 miles for an 11-year-old machine, these are relatively low-mileage examples, which typically correlates with better condition. When failures do occur, they average 0.81 per vehicle with 3.1 advisories, indicating minor wear items rather than structural problems—so get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brakes, tyres, and chain condition before committing.

We have limited data for the 2013 Kawasaki Ex — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these cars 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

88.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

25.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.81

Over 6.3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–15k

For context

These stats describe 131 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.

What tends to go wrong

Based on 131 cars. % = share of cohort with at least one match (advisories + failures combined).

~1 in 3 Tyre wear

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (37.3%) · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (30.9%) · Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.5%)

💡 Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. A used-car inspection will confirm how much is left.

~1 in 3 Exhaust & emissions

Exhaust noisy (34.4%)

~1 in 3 Lighting

Drive chain slightly loose (29.2%) · Rear reflector missing (10%) · Headlamp aim too high (7%) · …

💡 Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

~1 in 10 Other issues

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (13.6%)

9.1% Brake wear

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (9.1%) · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (8.9%) · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (7.1%) · …

💡 Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

6.6% Suspension & steering

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (6.6%)

💡 Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.

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Before you buy a 2013 Kawasaki Ex

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch →

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Kawasaki Ex 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.

7,245

typical

3,875

low mileage

14,798

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Kawasaki Ex vehicles fall between 3,875 and 14,798 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,875 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.

✓ 3,875–14,798 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Kawasaki Exs sit.

⚠ Over 19,977 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Kawasaki Ex — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Kawasaki Exs are still being driven.

64 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 76% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* 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

6.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.81

Avg failures per vehicle

3.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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