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B864 NBY

1985 Kawasaki Z650

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,546 mi
Last recorded43,546 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z65035,073 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB864 NBY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 43,546 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 43,483 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 43,484 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 43,421 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 43,421 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 43,420 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 43,117 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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B864 NBY is a 1985 Kawasaki Z650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B864 NBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B864 NBY registered?

B864 NBY is a 1985 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 4 February 1985.

Is B864 NBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B864 NBY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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