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Y962 XEW

2001 Kawasaki W650

Gold Petrol 676cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

23,480 mi
Last recorded23,480 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki W65013,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY962 XEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelW650
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine676cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 23,480 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Front mudguard missing

Pass 9 Jul 2024 23,443 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 29 Jun 2024 23,443 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 23,431 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front mudguard missing

Rear mudguard missing

Pass 11 Jul 2022 23,056 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 23,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 22,689 miles

Chain guard missing ()

NO LIGHTS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST DAY TIME USE ONLY ! No front fender fitted on motorcycle

Pass 26 Jun 2017 22,147 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 22,038 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 21,874 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 21,461 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2014 21,461 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2012 20,443 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 19,050 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 May 2010 17,746 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 May 2009 17,006 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 15,925 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 14,842 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 14,361 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 14,361 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki W650?

Based on 19,528 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
559
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 171
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 30
Drive chain excessively loose 29
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Y962 XEW is a 2001 Kawasaki W650 in Gold with a 676cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki W650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 13,920 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 W650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y962 XEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki W650 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki W650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y962 XEW registered?

Y962 XEW is a 2001 Kawasaki W650, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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