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E29 BMJ

1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,485 mi
Last recorded22,485 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S37,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE29 BMJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 22,485 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

engine noisy(rattily)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 18,337 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 18,318 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake drum oval (3.3C2d.) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 May 2014 19,686 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 May 2014 19,686 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2011 19,136 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 17,956 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 17,023 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 15,905 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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E29 BMJ is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E29 BMJ, 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 E29 BMJ registered?

E29 BMJ is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 5 February 1988.

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