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JCW 437S

1978 Kawasaki Z650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,993 mi
Last recorded7,993 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z65036,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCW 437S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2012 7,993 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 8,591 miles

Headlamp pattern indistinct

Fail 1 Jul 2008 8,578 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp pattern indistinct

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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JCW 437S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 36,875 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 JCW 437S, 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 48 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 JCW 437S registered?

JCW 437S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 12 July 1978.

Is JCW 437S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCW 437S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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