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FYG 479T

1979 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

41,933 mi
Last recorded41,933 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2020
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z65036,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYG 479T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2020 41,933 miles

Brake clevis joint corroded but not seriously weakened rear pedal connection. (1.1.15 (b))

Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively rear pedal connection. (1.1.15 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly stiff. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front tyre walls cracked on both sides.

number plate starting to delaminate, but still legible at time of test.

rear suspension slightly stiff.

shows signs of previous fuel leaks on engine, though no leaks found at time of test.

Fail 2 Sep 2020 41,930 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake clevis joint corroded but not seriously weakened rear pedal connection. (1.1.15 (b))

Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively rear pedal connection. (1.1.15 (b))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake lever pivot slightly tight rear brake arm starting to seize, but still releasing at time of test. (1.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly stiff. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

both tyre pressures very low. inflated for test.

front tyre walls cracked on both sides.

number plate starting to delaminate, but still legible at time of test.

rear suspension slightly stiff.

shows signs of previous fuel leaks on engine, though no leaks found at time of test.

Pass 29 Jul 2019 41,346 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit of 1 mm (5.2.3 (e))

front tyre was low on pressure at 10 psi, advise to check for leaks

Fail 29 Jul 2019 41,346 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit of 1 mm (5.2.3 (e))

front tyre was low on pressure at 10 psi, advise to check for leaks

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 41,104 miles

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

indicators not fitted at time of test

rear suspension slightly stiff

tail light. when brake is operated only one of the two brake lights work,and extinguishes opposite position light at same time.

Fail 30 Jul 2018 41,101 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

rear suspension slightly stiff

tail light. when brake is operated only one of the two brake lights work,and extinguishes opposite position light at same time.

Pass 27 Jul 2017 40,891 miles

Front very little reserve travel in brake lever

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp one out of two bulbs goes out when brake is applied (1.1.3b)

only one of the two stop light bulbs illuminates when switched on

Fail 25 Jul 2017 40,891 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front tyre inflated for test

Front very little reserve travel in brake lever

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp one out of two bulbs goes out when brake is applied (1.1.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

only one of the two stop light bulbs illuminates when switched on

Pass 12 May 2016 40,526 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 39,966 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 35,554 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front brake nose slightly to long but not fouling any other parts

Pass 13 May 2013 36,190 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 33,568 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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FYG 479T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FYG 479T, 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.

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What year was FYG 479T registered?

FYG 479T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 15 May 1979.

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