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G801 WOD

1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,750 mi
Last recorded48,750 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S30,629 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG801 WOD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 48,750 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 48,744 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 48,739 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 48,478 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 48,337 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 48,337 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2013 48,322 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 48,322 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 48,220 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 48,160 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 48,118 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 47,995 miles

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 47,995 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 47,930 miles

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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G801 WOD is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G801 WOD, 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 G801 WOD registered?

G801 WOD is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 8 May 1990.

Is G801 WOD safe to buy?

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