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E57 FFR

1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,102 mi
Last recorded26,102 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2007
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S29,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE57 FFR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2007 26,102 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Mar 2007 26,081 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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E57 FFR is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E57 FFR, 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.

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What year was E57 FFR registered?

E57 FFR is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 12 November 1987.

Is E57 FFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E57 FFR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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