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FMD 166V

1980 Kawasaki Z250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,382 mi
Last recorded32,382 miles
Recorded on26 May 2012
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z25020,628 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMD 166V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2012 32,382 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 32,351 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2010 31,992 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 31,992 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 16 May 2009 31,700 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 31,700 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 30 May 2008 31,699 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 31,189 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 30,822 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z250?

Based on 1,777 MOT tests across 379 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
210
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
379
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing 7
Footrest insecure 7
Footrest missing 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
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FMD 166V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 20,628 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 Z250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMD 166V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z250 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FMD 166V registered?

FMD 166V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z250, first registered on 19 April 1980.

Is FMD 166V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMD 166V 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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