CarVerify

Free Car Check

MBA 559W

1980 Kawasaki Z200

Red Petrol 198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,195 mi
Last recorded30,195 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2009
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z20014,507 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBA 559W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ200
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2009 30,195 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 30,195 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 29,443 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 28,254 miles

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

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
Full Kawasaki Z200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MBA 559W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z200 in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 MBA 559W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MBA 559W?

You can check the full history of MBA 559W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MBA 559W registered?

MBA 559W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z200, first registered on 19 August 1980.

Is MBA 559W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBA 559W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MBA 559W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MBA 559W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.