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F407 SPO

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,823 mi
Last recorded28,823 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S33,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF407 SPO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 28,823 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2018 28,798 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 28,782 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 26,296 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 26,296 miles

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

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

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

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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F407 SPO is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F407 SPO, 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 F407 SPO registered?

F407 SPO is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 9 June 1989.

Is F407 SPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F407 SPO shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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