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BBY 897T

1978 Kawasaki Z650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

57,663 mi
Last recorded57,663 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2012
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z65036,875 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBY 897T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2012 57,663 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 57,663 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 57,643 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front tyre splitting on sidewalls

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

Rear tyre splitting on sidewalls

Fail 12 Feb 2010 56,753 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 56,753 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 55,500 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 55,500 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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BBY 897T is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 36,875 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 BBY 897T, 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 48 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 BBY 897T registered?

BBY 897T is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 1 August 1978.

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The MOT history for BBY 897T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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