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DLO 160Y

1983 Kawasaki Z650

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,295 mi
Last recorded40,295 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z65030,356 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLO 160Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 40,295 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear change loose

Pass 24 Mar 2011 39,493 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 38,772 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 36,391 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 26,373 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2005 34,770 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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DLO 160Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z650 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 30,356 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 DLO 160Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DLO 160Y?

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What year was DLO 160Y registered?

DLO 160Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 13 April 1983.

Is DLO 160Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLO 160Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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