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UVW 888R

1977 Kawasaki Z650

Green Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,318 mi
Last recorded77,318 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki Z65032,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVW 888R
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ650
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 77,318 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 76,786 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 76,469 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 75,376 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 74,891 miles

head lamp mask fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2014 73,683 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2013 68,780 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 64,242 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2012 64,242 miles

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 56,406 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 46,509 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 36,910 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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UVW 888R is a 1977 Kawasaki Z650 in Green with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1977 Kawasaki Z650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 32,299 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UVW 888R, 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 49 years old, this Kawasaki Z650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UVW 888R registered?

UVW 888R is a 1977 Kawasaki Z650, first registered on 31 December 1977.

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The MOT history for UVW 888R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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