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MLV 816R

1986 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,820 mi
Last recorded2,820 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLV 816R
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2015 2,820 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 2,820 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 2,394 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 2,105 miles

No indicators fitted

Fail 5 May 2012 2,105 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

No indicators fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2008 2,061 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 1,847 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 1,421 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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MLV 816R is a 1986 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MLV 816R, 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 40 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 MLV 816R registered?

MLV 816R is a 1986 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 14 April 1986.

Is MLV 816R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLV 816R shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MLV 816R have outstanding finance?

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