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F873 HMB

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,990 mi
Last recorded18,990 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2015
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S33,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF873 HMB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2015 18,990 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 18,300 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 17,277 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 23,525 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 21,851 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 41,310 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 41,310 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Nov 2005 41,170 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2005 41,170 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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F873 HMB is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 F873 HMB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F873 HMB registered?

F873 HMB is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 24 February 1989.

Is F873 HMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F873 HMB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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