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HFE 889Y

1982 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,697 mi
Last recorded32,697 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z65033,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFE 889Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 32,697 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 32,649 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 32,649 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 32,627 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 32,517 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 32,502 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 32,404 miles

headlamp kick-up masked out

Pass 11 Apr 2009 32,254 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 32,123 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 30,025 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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HFE 889Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 33,030 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 HFE 889Y, 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 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HFE 889Y registered?

HFE 889Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 9 August 1982.

Is HFE 889Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFE 889Y shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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