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E265 GMV

1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,308 mi
Last recorded45,308 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S37,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE265 GMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 45,308 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 45,308 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2014 41,558 miles

Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

front tyre perished

Pass 30 Jan 2013 33,642 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 33,635 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 33,635 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 33,526 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?

Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
713
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,191
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 403
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 383
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 364
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 318
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 302
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E265 GMV is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 37,774 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 GPZ500S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 403 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E265 GMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500S typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E265 GMV registered?

E265 GMV is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 7 July 1988.

Is E265 GMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E265 GMV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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