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NWL 971W

1981 Kawasaki Z650

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,948 mi
Last recorded16,948 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z65029,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWL 971W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 16,948 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 16,948 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 16,945 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 16,719 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,462 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 16,141 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 15,907 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 15,584 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 14,971 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 14,245 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 13,417 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 12,611 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 12,041 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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NWL 971W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650 in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 NWL 971W, 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

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What year was NWL 971W registered?

NWL 971W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is NWL 971W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWL 971W 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.

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