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FVC 656Y

1983 Kawasaki Z650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

49,816 mi
Last recorded49,816 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z65030,356 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVC 656Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2024 49,816 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 49,465 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 48,606 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 47,541 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 46,380 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 45,178 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 42,994 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 41,893 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 40,605 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 38,795 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 35,580 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 31,801 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2012 27,528 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 24,136 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 23,357 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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FVC 656Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 30,356 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 FVC 656Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FVC 656Y registered?

FVC 656Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 17 June 1983.

Is FVC 656Y safe to buy?

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