MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,159 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z650?
Based on 8,578 MOT tests across 1,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DRL 499V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 38,551 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 DRL 499V, 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 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was DRL 499V registered?
DRL 499V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 18 March 1980.
Is DRL 499V safe to buy?
The MOT history for DRL 499V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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