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G314 OFG

1989 Kawasaki GPZ500

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,246 mi
Last recorded20,246 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki GPZ50029,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG314 OFG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 20,246 miles

Drive chain adjuster lock nuts loose

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 20,246 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain adjuster lock nuts loose

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 20,246 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Apr 2015 20,246 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 17,774 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 17,774 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 29,485 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

two split links fitted to chain

Fail 22 Oct 2012 29,476 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

incorrect speedo cable fitted

play in cush drive

Pass 20 Jun 2011 26,785 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 26,769 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2009 26,728 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 26,531 miles

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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G314 OFG is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G314 OFG, 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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G314 OFG is a 1989 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 21 August 1989.

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