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ETL 727T

1979 Kawasaki Z650

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,301 mi
Last recorded43,301 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z65036,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETL 727T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 43,301 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 43,190 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 43,060 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 42,937 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 42,937 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 42,851 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 42,689 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 42,422 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 42,156 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 41,984 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 41,714 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 41,601 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 41,493 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 41,493 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 41,242 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 41,056 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 41,053 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 40,796 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 40,796 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 40,621 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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ETL 727T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ETL 727T, 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 ETL 727T registered?

ETL 727T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 4 January 1979.

Is ETL 727T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETL 727T shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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