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F921 TKV

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,294 mi
Last recorded50,294 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2009
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S33,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF921 TKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2009 50,294 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 50,048 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 50,035 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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F921 TKV is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F921 TKV, 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 F921 TKV registered?

F921 TKV is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 6 March 1989.

Is F921 TKV safe to buy?

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