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F383 DNW

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,625 mi
Last recorded24,625 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S33,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF383 DNW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 24,625 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 24,602 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Chain guard missing.

Fail 1 May 2014 23,973 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 May 2014 23,973 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,297 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2013 23,293 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

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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F383 DNW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 33,703 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 F383 DNW, 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 37 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 F383 DNW registered?

F383 DNW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 30 March 1989.

Is F383 DNW safe to buy?

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