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EPL 633V

1979 Kawasaki Z650

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,693 mi
Last recorded11,693 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z65036,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPL 633V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 11,693 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2025 11,691 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 11,256 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 11,118 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 11,118 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 10,832 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 10,608 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 8,770 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 8,182 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 8,182 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 8,152 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 8,152 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 8,129 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 8,129 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 8,089 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 8,089 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 8,045 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 8,017 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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EPL 633V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650 in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EPL 633V, 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 EPL 633V registered?

EPL 633V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 7 December 1979.

Is EPL 633V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPL 633V shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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