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B23 BCK

1985 Kawasaki Z650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,224 mi
Last recorded27,224 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2013
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z65035,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 BCK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2013 27,224 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 27,178 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2012 27,175 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 26,993 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 26,959 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre split+perished

Pass 3 Jun 2009 26,411 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 26,330 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 26,330 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 25,751 miles

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

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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B23 BCK is a 1985 Kawasaki Z650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 35,073 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 B23 BCK, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B23 BCK registered?

B23 BCK is a 1985 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 22 April 1985.

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