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RTH 685S

1977 Kawasaki Z200

Purple Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,857 mi
Last recorded26,857 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki Z20020,734 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTH 685S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ200
Year1977
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2014 26,857 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 26,857 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 26,610 miles

Rear Brake rod slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 26,300 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 2,600 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 26,000 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

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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RTH 685S is a 1977 Kawasaki Z200 in Purple with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Kawasaki Z200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 20,734 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 RTH 685S, 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 49 years old, this Kawasaki Z200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RTH 685S registered?

RTH 685S is a 1977 Kawasaki Z200, first registered on 2 September 1977.

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The MOT history for RTH 685S shows 6 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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