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GV62 BBJ

2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Eds

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,972 mi
Last recorded31,972 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Eds11,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV62 BBJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 650 Eds
Year2013
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 31,972 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 30,335 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 29,242 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fork seals weeping (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 29,242 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight links seized (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fork seals weeping (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 44,255 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive corroded/slightly worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front weeping slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 25 Feb 2022 44,255 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive corroded/slightly worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front weeping slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 24,984 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 24,984 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator not working Front and rear indicators inoperative (Nearside) (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 21,886 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 19,358 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 16,261 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 15,180 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 14,589 miles

nail in rear tyre

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 650 Eds?

Based on 1,087 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
813
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Drive chain excessively loose 4
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 3
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 3
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GV62 BBJ is a 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Eds in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Eds models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 11,070 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 Eds fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV62 BBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 650 Eds typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 13 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 650 Eds is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GV62 BBJ is a 2013 Kawasaki Ex 650 Eds, first registered on 8 January 2013.

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