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NPE 461W

1981 Kawasaki Z650

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,122 mi
Last recorded51,122 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z65029,405 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPE 461W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 51,122 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 51,122 miles

Front Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

no neutral light/flooding/ chain gaurd not secured

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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NPE 461W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NPE 461W, 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.

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What year was NPE 461W registered?

NPE 461W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is NPE 461W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPE 461W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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