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AAB 96W

1980 Kawasaki Z650

Purple Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z65038,551 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAB 96W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1980
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2014
Fail 4 Apr 2014

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Mar 2013 191 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 191 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2012
Fail 30 Mar 2012

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 52 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 15,871 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 15,865 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 15,794 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 15,720 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 15,650 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

advise longer bolts in rear torque arm

very slight bind on f/brakes

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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AAB 96W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z650 in Purple with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 38,551 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 AAB 96W, 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 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AAB 96W registered?

AAB 96W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is AAB 96W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAB 96W shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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