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EEL 494T

1978 Kawasaki Z650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,052 mi
Last recorded20,052 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z65036,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEL 494T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Dec 2025 20,052 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 19,882 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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EEL 494T is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 EEL 494T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EEL 494T registered?

EEL 494T is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 2 November 1978.

Is EEL 494T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEL 494T shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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