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F853 VFA

1989 Kawasaki KMX200

Black Petrol 191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,949 mi
Last recorded10,949 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki KMX20016,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF853 VFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelKMX200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine191cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 10,949 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 10,927 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 10,759 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 10,561 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 10,368 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 10,301 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 10,295 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 10,015 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 9,726 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Handle bars slightly bent. (2.4 (a))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 9,725 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2017 9,159 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 8,783 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 8,394 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 8,089 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 7,487 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 6,990 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 6,039 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 5,361 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KMX200?

Based on 3,318 MOT tests across 487 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
167
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
reflector on motorcycle missing 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Direction indicators not working 26
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F853 VFA is a 1989 Kawasaki KMX200 in Black with a 191cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki KMX200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 16,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KMX200 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F853 VFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KMX200 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki KMX200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F853 VFA registered?

F853 VFA is a 1989 Kawasaki KMX200, first registered on 9 June 1989.

Is F853 VFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F853 VFA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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