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DMC 849V

1979 Kawasaki Z200

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,084 mi
Last recorded30,084 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z20018,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMC 849V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ200
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 30,084 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 29,546 miles

Nearside Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 29,546 miles

Central Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 29,185 miles

Nearside Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 28,820 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 28,350 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 27,119 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 25,947 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 25,325 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 23,540 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 21,005 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 18,424 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 16,198 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 Jul 2012 16,198 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 14,462 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 12,903 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 11,418 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 8,473 miles

Exhaust system is not leaking but is slightly noisy

Pass 31 May 2007 7,905 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 24 Apr 2007 6,558 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 5,383 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 5,383 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Lower Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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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DMC 849V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z200 in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,052 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 DMC 849V, 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 47 years old, this Kawasaki Z200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DMC 849V registered?

DMC 849V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z200, first registered on 1 November 1979.

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