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FSX 335T

1978 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

131 mi
Last recorded131 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z65036,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSX 335T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 131 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering headlight limits left lock (2.1.2a)

right engine nut thread gone, engine secure with other fittings and studs

Fail 20 Sep 2016 131 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering headlight limits left lock (2.1.2a)

right engine nut thread gone, engine secure with other fittings and studs

Pass 1 Jul 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 6 May 2015

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 Mar 2015

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension has a modification which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 11,259 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2013 11,259 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 10,980 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

anodized brake parts fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2011

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

rear brake torque arm is incorrecrt shape causeing movement of rear brake caliper

Pass 21 Aug 2010 10,818 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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FSX 335T is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 FSX 335T, 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.

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What year was FSX 335T registered?

FSX 335T is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 23 August 1978.

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