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RJK 581S

1978 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,049 mi
Last recorded23,049 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z65036,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJK 581S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2018 23,049 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 22,865 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 21,739 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 54,875 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 52,614 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 48,586 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 47,101 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 45,825 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2005 44,558 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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RJK 581S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 36,875 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 RJK 581S, 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 48 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 RJK 581S registered?

RJK 581S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is RJK 581S safe to buy?

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