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GKE 415Y

1983 Kawasaki Z650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,642 mi
Last recorded47,642 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z65030,356 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKE 415Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 47,642 miles

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

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively shock absorber rubber bushing splitting (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively shock absorber rubber bushing splitting (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear foot pegs not fitted.

Fail 1 Dec 2016 47,642 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride torque arm nut and bolt not tightened. (6.2.1h)

Front suspension assembly component loose top yoke locking nut. (2.3.1)

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

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively shock absorber rubber bushing splitting (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively shock absorber rubber bushing splitting (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Upper Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride engine mount bolt not touching nylock nut. (6.2.1h)

Rear foot pegs not fitted.

Pass 7 Nov 2006 46,994 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 46,968 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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GKE 415Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GKE 415Y, 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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GKE 415Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 11 April 1983.

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