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F627 RPO

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

18,625 mi
Last recorded18,625 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ50029,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF627 RPO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 18,625 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 17,380 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 17,380 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 15,952 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 15,918 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking tap area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 14,261 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2013 13,903 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 13,903 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 24 May 2012 17,642 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 17,345 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 17,344 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 16,997 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

oil is over full

Fail 25 Sep 2009 16,997 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

oil is over full

Pass 21 Apr 2006 16,982 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

front tyre soft

rear brake binding slightly

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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F627 RPO is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 29,639 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 GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F627 RPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F627 RPO?

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What year was F627 RPO registered?

F627 RPO is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 8 March 1989.

Is F627 RPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F627 RPO shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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