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YTA 826S

1993 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2015
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

41,913 mi
Last recorded41,913 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2014
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Z65028,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTA 826S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Fail 13 Aug 2014 41,913 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 41,913 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 41,589 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Jan 2013 41,589 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Riders seat missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

front engine mount fastner missing

instrument dash insecure

Pass 8 Jul 2011 40,697 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 8 Jul 2011 40,697 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 40,697 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 May 2010 40,697 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Pass 27 May 2008 40,559 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 40,555 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Jul 2006 39,846 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

speedometer not illuminated

Pass 10 Jul 2006 39,846 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

speedometer not illuminated

Fail 1 Jul 2006 39,796 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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YTA 826S is a 1993 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 28,848 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 YTA 826S, 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 33 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YTA 826S registered?

YTA 826S is a 1993 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 15 October 1993.

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