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H104 XBV

1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,134 mi
Last recorded41,134 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2010
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,990 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH104 XBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2010 41,134 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 41,087 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 39,685 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 27 Jan 2009 39,685 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 37,885 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 36,089 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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H104 XBV is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 28,990 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 H104 XBV, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H104 XBV registered?

H104 XBV is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 3 February 1991.

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