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F587 CTH

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,147 mi
Last recorded29,147 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S33,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF587 CTH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 29,147 miles

Central Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 May 2017 29,147 miles

Brake reaction bracket insecure split pin missing (3.2.A1j)

Central Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 29,127 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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F587 CTH is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F587 CTH, 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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How do I check the history of F587 CTH?

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What year was F587 CTH registered?

F587 CTH is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 14 February 1989.

Is F587 CTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F587 CTH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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