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F543 FWT

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,012 mi
Last recorded19,012 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2019
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S33,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF543 FWT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2019 19,012 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 15,821 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2014 13,824 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 13,589 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 13,576 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 13,516 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 13,258 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 13,258 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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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F543 FWT is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F543 FWT, 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 F543 FWT registered?

F543 FWT is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 28 June 1989.

Is F543 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F543 FWT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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