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OKU 249R

1977 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,003 mi
Last recorded15,003 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2013
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki Z65032,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKU 249R
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2013 15,003 miles

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

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

Rear brake is a drum type and the operating lever is outside the usable limit indicator therefore the shoes maybe close to there minimum thickness

Pass 15 Nov 2011 14,534 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 13,731 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 27 May 2010 13,731 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 11,937 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

play in cushdrive on tear sprocket

rear number plate correct size but wrong colour on plate and letters

Fail 21 Apr 2007 11,937 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

play in cush drive on rear sprocket

rear numberplate correct size but wrong colour on plate and letters.

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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OKU 249R is a 1977 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 OKU 249R, 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.

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What year was OKU 249R registered?

OKU 249R is a 1977 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is OKU 249R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKU 249R shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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