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AVG 83S

1997 Kawasaki Z650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,026 mi
Last recorded14,026 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Z65026,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVG 83S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2013 14,026 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 14,026 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 14,026 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 13,860 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 13,708 miles

chain has two split links

rear brake pads worn close to wear bar

Fail 12 May 2008 13,688 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

chain has two split links

rear brake pads worn close to wear bar

Pass 9 May 2007 13,590 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 11,239 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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AVG 83S is a 1997 Kawasaki Z650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 26,304 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 AVG 83S, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AVG 83S registered?

AVG 83S is a 1997 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is AVG 83S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVG 83S shows 8 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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