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A224 OTL

1983 Kawasaki Z650

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,388 mi
Last recorded44,388 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z65030,356 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA224 OTL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 44,388 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

drive chain tight

Pass 4 Jul 2011 44,349 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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Fail 31 Oct 2008 42,396 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 42,396 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 40,980 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2005 37,204 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z650?

Based on 8,578 MOT tests across 1,553 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
254
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 76
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 44
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A224 OTL is a 1983 Kawasaki Z650 in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 30,356 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 Z650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A224 OTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z650 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A224 OTL registered?

A224 OTL is a 1983 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 16 August 1983.

Is A224 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A224 OTL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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