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LJP 394W

1980 Kawasaki Z200

Grey Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,750 mi
Last recorded7,750 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z20014,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJP 394W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ200
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 7,750 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 7,750 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 7,750 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 7,700 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 7,535 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 7,497 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 7,161 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 6,521 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 6,508 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 5 Apr 2014 6,508 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 6,403 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Jun 2012 6,403 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z200?

Based on 1,481 MOT tests across 299 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
223
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
299
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Drive chain worn to excess 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 10
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LJP 394W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z200 in Grey with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 14,507 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 Z200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJP 394W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z200 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJP 394W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z200, first registered on 17 November 1980.

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