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F598 FVF

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S33,703 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF598 FVF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2009 27,524 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 3 Jul 2009 27,481 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2005 25,969 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2005 25,932 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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F598 FVF is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black 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 F598 FVF, 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 F598 FVF registered?

F598 FVF is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 13 March 1989.

Is F598 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F598 FVF 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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