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WYB 243W

1981 Kawasaki Z200

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,873 mi
Last recorded18,873 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z20021,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYB 243W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ200
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 May 2014 18,873 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front tyre poor with age cracking

fuel pipe loose onto carb

rear shocker top bushes loose in eyes

slight play in headstock bearings

Pass 19 May 2014 18,873 miles

front tyre poor with age cracking

fuel pipe loose onto carb

rear shocker top bushes loose in eyes

slight play in headstock bearings

Pass 21 Mar 2013 18,872 miles

fuel pipe perished

Pass 25 Jul 2011 18,864 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 18,490 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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WYB 243W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z200 in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WYB 243W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WYB 243W registered?

WYB 243W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z200, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is WYB 243W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYB 243W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WYB 243W have outstanding finance?

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