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OCM 237S

1978 Kawasaki Unknown

Purple Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,449 mi
Last recorded10,449 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Unknown20,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCM 237S
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 10,449 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 10,449 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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OCM 237S is a 1978 Kawasaki Unknown in Purple with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 20,681 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OCM 237S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OCM 237S?

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What year was OCM 237S registered?

OCM 237S is a 1978 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 13 March 1978.

Is OCM 237S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCM 237S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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