CarVerify

Free Car Check

MOW 480R

1977 Kawasaki Z650

Red Petrol 649cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,145 mi
Last recorded55,145 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki Z65032,299 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOW 480R
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 55,145 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 53,342 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 51,596 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 49,190 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 46,382 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 44,422 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 May 2011 41,579 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 38,086 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 Jun 2009 3,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 3,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 31 May 2008 30,459 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 26,598 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 23,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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
Full Kawasaki Z650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MOW 480R is a 1977 Kawasaki Z650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1977 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 32,299 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MOW 480R, 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 49 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 MOW 480R?

You can check the full history of MOW 480R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MOW 480R registered?

MOW 480R is a 1977 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 14 February 1977.

Is MOW 480R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOW 480R shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MOW 480R have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MOW 480R. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.