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E535 BNN

1987 Kawasaki GPZ500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

43,823 mi
Last recorded43,823 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE535 BNN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 43,823 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Cracking in in rear tyre

Pass 20 Aug 2024 43,569 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also small cracks in tyre tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear small cracks in rear tyre tread

Pass 22 Aug 2023 43,230 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front small cracks in tyre tread

Rear small cracks in tyre tread

Pass 18 Aug 2022 42,108 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 40,618 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 39,178 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 37,984 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 36,630 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 35,333 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 34,210 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 34,166 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 34,166 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil o/s and n/s (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 34,131 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2014 34,131 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 24 Aug 2013 34,107 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 34,107 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 34,102 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2012 34,102 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 34,082 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 34,023 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 33,969 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 33,948 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 31,976 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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E535 BNN is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E535 BNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E535 BNN registered?

E535 BNN is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 25 November 1987.

Is E535 BNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E535 BNN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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