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UJB 388Y

1983 Kawasaki KZ650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,278 mi
Last recorded35,278 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJB 388Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 35,278 miles

Offside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 35,278 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Outer Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 35,165 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 33,852 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 32,144 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 31,157 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 30,108 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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UJB 388Y is a 1983 Kawasaki KZ650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UJB 388Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki KZ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UJB 388Y registered?

UJB 388Y is a 1983 Kawasaki KZ650, first registered on 10 February 1983.

Is UJB 388Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJB 388Y shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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