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G85 EDO

1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Grey Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

74,653 mi
Last recorded74,653 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S30,629 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG85 EDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 74,653 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 74,644 miles

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

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

Nearside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 73,686 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Jul 2013 68,211 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 67,581 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 67,038 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2011 67,038 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 65,393 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 61,990 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2008 61,974 miles

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

front brake pads corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2007 61,935 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 61,934 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 May 2006 61,762 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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G85 EDO is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Grey with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 G85 EDO, 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 G85 EDO registered?

G85 EDO is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 20 March 1990.

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