CarVerify

Free Car Check

GRF 236T

1979 Kawasaki Z650

Red Petrol 652cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

32,464 mi
Last recorded32,464 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z65036,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRF 236T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2011 32,464 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 32,464 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 32,298 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 32,298 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 32,072 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2008 32,072 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 32,006 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
Full Kawasaki Z650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GRF 236T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GRF 236T, 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

How do I check the history of GRF 236T?

You can check the full history of GRF 236T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GRF 236T registered?

GRF 236T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is GRF 236T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRF 236T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GRF 236T have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GRF 236T. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.