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BBV 563V

1981 Kawasaki Z650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

492 mi
Last recorded492 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z65029,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBV 563V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 492 miles
Pass 26 May 2018
Pass 16 Apr 2014 31,891 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 30,802 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 29,364 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 29,342 miles

Offside Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

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

Front tyre has slight surface cracks due to age

Pass 1 Apr 2011 27,875 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Mar 2011 27,858 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 27,833 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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BBV 563V is a 1981 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 1981 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 29,405 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 BBV 563V, 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 45 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 BBV 563V registered?

BBV 563V is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 11 November 1981.

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The MOT history for BBV 563V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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