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G108 EAD

1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

42,920 mi
Last recorded42,920 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S30,629 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG108 EAD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 42,920 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 42,324 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 39,364 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 39,364 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 38,801 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 38,801 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 38,223 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 35,042 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 35,034 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 34,753 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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G108 EAD is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 30,629 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 G108 EAD, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G108 EAD registered?

G108 EAD is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 3 July 1990.

Is G108 EAD safe to buy?

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