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NEC 898V

1979 Kawasaki Z200

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,365 mi
Last recorded19,365 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z20018,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEC 898V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ200
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 19,365 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 19,162 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 18,805 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 18,800 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 18,172 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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NEC 898V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z200 in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NEC 898V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NEC 898V registered?

NEC 898V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z200, first registered on 8 August 1979.

Is NEC 898V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEC 898V 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.

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