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PDV 170W

1981 Kawasaki Z200

Black Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

15,548 mi
Last recorded15,548 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2019
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z20021,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDV 170W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ200
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2019 15,548 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel hose damaged but not to excess (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2015 14,281 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 35,579 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 35,579 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Fail 3 Nov 2010 34,010 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 34,010 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 32,695 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 32,695 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 12,128 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 12,074 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 31,630 miles

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

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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PDV 170W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z200 in Black with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 21,152 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 PDV 170W, 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 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PDV 170W registered?

PDV 170W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z200, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is PDV 170W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDV 170W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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