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DVU 3T

1979 Kawasaki Z650

Purple Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73 mi
Last recorded73 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z65036,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVU 3T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 73 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 45,597 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 44,697 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 43,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

indicators flashing slightly fast but within regulations

Pass 10 Sep 2015 41,920 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 41,032 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 41,032 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 41,011 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 40,800 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 40,391 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 40,483 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 40,110 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

advise headlamp type, beam bender fitted!

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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DVU 3T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650 in Purple with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 36,910 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DVU 3T, 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 47 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 DVU 3T registered?

DVU 3T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 18 May 1979.

Is DVU 3T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVU 3T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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