Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjf (2018)
2018 Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjf
CarHunch analysed 147 real MOT records for the 2018 Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjf. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2018 Kawasaki KLE 650 is a reliably solid performer, with an 84.2% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80% — though 15% of these bikes have picked up a dangerous defect at some point, so pre-purchase inspection matters. The median mileage of just 9,706 miles suggests most examples are lightly used for their age, which partly explains why they're passing MOTs more easily than average.
With only 0.46 failures per vehicle and 1.7 advisories on average, owners can expect straightforward maintenance rather than chronic problems. Before buying, request the full MOT history to check what those advisories have been — suspension wear and corrosion are common on adventure bikes — and confirm the service schedule has been kept up.
What to check before buying a 2018 Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjf
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 (97%) | 142 | 83.6% | 0.47 |
| Other (3%) | 5 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjf 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 2018 Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjf vehicles fall between 6,029 and 14,585 miles.
2018 Kawasaki Kle 650 Fjf — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 102 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 84% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
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