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E778 NMF

1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

44,695 mi
Last recorded44,695 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2011
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S29,120 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE778 NMF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2011 44,695 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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E778 NMF is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 E778 NMF, 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 E778 NMF registered?

E778 NMF is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 13 October 1987.

Is E778 NMF safe to buy?

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