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E500 PBO

1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,281 mi
Last recorded34,281 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2014
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S29,120 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE500 PBO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2014 34,281 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 32,899 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 32,888 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 32,248 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 30,600 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 27,375 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 25,608 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 25,608 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 22,971 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 22,050 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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E500 PBO is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 29,120 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 E500 PBO, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E500 PBO?

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What year was E500 PBO registered?

E500 PBO is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 29 September 1987.

Is E500 PBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E500 PBO shows 10 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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