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F206 YUA

1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,657 mi
Last recorded45,657 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S37,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF206 YUA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 45,657 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 45,649 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

throttle cable adjuster snapped

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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F206 YUA is a 1988 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 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 F206 YUA, 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

How do I check the history of F206 YUA?

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What year was F206 YUA registered?

F206 YUA is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F206 YUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F206 YUA 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.

Does F206 YUA have outstanding finance?

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