MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,703 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Central Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Central Front front mudguard cracked but secure
Central Front front mudguard cracked but secure
Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))
Front fairing bolts missing by side of tank
O/S/R fairing damaged
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
front mudgard craked but not insecure
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
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F551 GBA is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 F551 GBA, 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 F551 GBA registered?
F551 GBA is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 3 February 1989.
Is F551 GBA safe to buy?
The MOT history for F551 GBA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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