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TDK 522S

1978 Kawasaki KZ650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,445 mi
Last recorded17,445 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki KZ65025,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDK 522S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ650
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 17,445 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 17,085 miles

Nearside sidecar radius arm slight free-play

Fail 28 Jul 2017 17,052 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake component leaking fluid caliper (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside sidecar radius arm slight free-play

Pass 2 Jun 2016 17,035 miles

Nearside Play in side-car suspension arm (bush/bearing)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 16,741 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 16,636 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 16,361 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 16,361 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 15,817 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 14,669 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 14,669 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 13,869 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 13,346 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 12,641 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 12,079 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KZ650?

Based on 790 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
265
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Headlamp aim too low 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
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TDK 522S is a 1978 Kawasaki KZ650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki KZ650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 25,046 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 KZ650 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TDK 522S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KZ650 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Kawasaki KZ650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TDK 522S registered?

TDK 522S is a 1978 Kawasaki KZ650, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is TDK 522S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDK 522S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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