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F81 FCA

1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,945 mi
Last recorded45,945 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2006
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S37,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF81 FCA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2006 45,945 miles

slight fluctuation rear brake

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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F81 FCA is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 37,774 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 F81 FCA, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F81 FCA registered?

F81 FCA is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 9 August 1988.

Is F81 FCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F81 FCA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F81 FCA have outstanding finance?

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