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JCW 948W

1981 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,284 mi
Last recorded40,284 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z65029,405 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCW 948W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 40,284 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 39,061 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2020 39,054 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear chain gaurd rubbing on tyre

sidestand nut missing

Pass 15 Feb 2019 39,047 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 39,024 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 38,957 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 38,888 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 38,689 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 38,689 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 38,636 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 38,519 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 38,505 miles

rear tyre is cracking in the tread but no cord is visable

Fail 16 Jul 2009 38,505 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

rear tyre is cracking in the tread but no cord is visable

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 948W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 29,405 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 948W, 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 45 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 JCW 948W?

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What year was JCW 948W registered?

JCW 948W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 22 May 1981.

Is JCW 948W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCW 948W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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