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ARV 921V

1980 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,649 mi
Last recorded49,649 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z65038,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARV 921V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 49,649 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 49,140 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 48,442 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front mud guard bolt missing

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Neutral light intermittant

No indicators fitted and switch deactivated.

Pass 22 May 2015 48,442 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front mud guard bolt missing

Neutral light intermittant

No indicators fitted and switch deactivated.

Pass 9 Jun 2014 47,879 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 May 2014 47,879 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2013 47,073 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 46,168 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 45,031 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2011 45,031 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 43,668 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 41,700 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 41,700 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 41,394 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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ARV 921V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ARV 921V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ARV 921V registered?

ARV 921V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 28 May 1980.

Is ARV 921V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARV 921V shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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