MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,342 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z650?
Based on 8,578 MOT tests across 1,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JFC 823W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 38,551 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 JFC 823W, 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 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was JFC 823W registered?
JFC 823W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 1 August 1980.
Is JFC 823W safe to buy?
The MOT history for JFC 823W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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