MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,663 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z650?
Based on 8,578 MOT tests across 1,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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What year was BBY 897T registered?
BBY 897T is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 1 August 1978.
Is BBY 897T safe to buy?
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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