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OMY 342W

1981 Kawasaki Z650

Maroon Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

13,780 mi
Last recorded13,780 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2015
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z65029,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMY 342W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2015 13,780 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 13,780 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 12,120 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 793 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 793 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 14,820 miles

L/H switches loose

front wheel pinch bolts loose

Fail 2 Apr 2011 14,820 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

L/H switches loose

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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OMY 342W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650 in Maroon with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 OMY 342W, 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 OMY 342W registered?

OMY 342W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 2 June 1981.

Is OMY 342W safe to buy?

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