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SKJ 696W

1981 Kawasaki Z650

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,432 mi
Last recorded38,432 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z65029,405 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKJ 696W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2012 38,432 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 38,432 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 37,098 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 May 2010 37,091 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 37,076 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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SKJ 696W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 29,405 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 SKJ 696W, 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 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SKJ 696W?

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What year was SKJ 696W registered?

SKJ 696W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 13 July 1981.

Is SKJ 696W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKJ 696W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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