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E773 UKG

1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

42,279 mi
Last recorded42,279 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2007
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S37,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE773 UKG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2007 42,279 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 42,279 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 Mar 2007 42,264 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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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E773 UKG is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 E773 UKG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E773 UKG registered?

E773 UKG is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 7 July 1988.

Is E773 UKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E773 UKG shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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