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SOR 263S

1999 Kawasaki KZ650

Cream Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

395 mi
Last recorded395 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOR 263S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ650
Year1999
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 395 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy

Pass 23 Jun 2017 353 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 23 Jun 2017 353 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 263 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 256 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)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 19 Aug 2014 46,172 miles

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 44,865 miles

Offside Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 43,888 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 43,888 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 43,266 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 43,261 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 43,169 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 42,943 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KZ650?

Based on 790 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
265
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Headlamp aim too low 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
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SOR 263S is a 1999 Kawasaki KZ650 in Cream with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KZ650 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SOR 263S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KZ650 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki KZ650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SOR 263S registered?

SOR 263S is a 1999 Kawasaki KZ650, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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The MOT history for SOR 263S shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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