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F395 RTW

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,311 mi
Last recorded38,311 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2014
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S33,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF395 RTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2014 38,311 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Fail 5 Dec 2014 38,311 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 2 Nov 2012 38,186 miles

os mirror cracked

Pass 16 May 2011 38,176 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 37,981 miles

Front Lower Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

free play in throttle offside mirror cracked

Fail 30 Jul 2007 35,115 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 35,115 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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F395 RTW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F395 RTW, 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.

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What year was F395 RTW registered?

F395 RTW is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 13 April 1989.

Is F395 RTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F395 RTW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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