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TFX 70X

1981 Kawasaki Z200

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

43,926 mi
Last recorded43,926 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2011
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z20021,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFX 70X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ200
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2011 43,926 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

front position lamp not working

Pass 28 May 2009 40,649 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

pillion footrests not fitted

Fail 28 May 2009 40,649 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 May 2008 37,122 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 May 2008 37,122 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 33,952 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 33,952 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 30,783 miles

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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TFX 70X is a 1981 Kawasaki Z200 in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 TFX 70X, 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 TFX 70X registered?

TFX 70X is a 1981 Kawasaki Z200, first registered on 1 November 1981.

Is TFX 70X safe to buy?

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