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G307 APL

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,976 mi
Last recorded15,976 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ50029,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG307 APL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 15,976 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2015 13,392 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

left handlebar slightly bent

number plate lamp not working

Fail 28 May 2015 13,388 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

left handlebar slightly bent

number plate lamp not working

Pass 13 Jun 2014 9,244 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 9,194 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 9,194 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2009 8,884 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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G307 APL is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G307 APL, 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.

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What year was G307 APL registered?

G307 APL is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 29 August 1989.

Is G307 APL safe to buy?

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