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DWU 142W

1981 Kawasaki Z650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,273 mi
Last recorded17,273 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z65029,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWU 142W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 17,273 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 17,273 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 17,212 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 16,902 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 16,879 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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DWU 142W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 29,405 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 DWU 142W, 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 45 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 DWU 142W?

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What year was DWU 142W registered?

DWU 142W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is DWU 142W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWU 142W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DWU 142W have outstanding finance?

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