MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,180 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Chain guard missing
front mudguard missing
Chain guard missing
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)
Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
front mudguard missing
Chain guard missing
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
advise engine oil leak
advise front tyre perished
advise high beam warning light missing
Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Chain guard missing
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
advise engine oil leak
advise front tyre perished
advise high beam warning light missing
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z200?
Based on 1,481 MOT tests across 299 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OWY 998W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z200 in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 OWY 998W, 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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What year was OWY 998W registered?
OWY 998W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z200, first registered on 4 August 1980.
Is OWY 998W safe to buy?
The MOT history for OWY 998W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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