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BWS 629S

1978 Kawasaki Z650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11 mi
Last recorded11 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z65036,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWS 629S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 11 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 10,934 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2015 9,998 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Pass 3 May 2014 9,656 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 9,100 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 9,035 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2007
Fail 19 Jun 2007

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 45,155 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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BWS 629S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BWS 629S, 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 BWS 629S registered?

BWS 629S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 31 December 1978.

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The MOT history for BWS 629S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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