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H455 GDX

1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,705 mi
Last recorded27,705 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2013
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH455 GDX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2013 27,705 miles

front brake needs bleeding or possible overhaul as the brake lever has excessive movement.

Fail 11 Oct 2013 27,687 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

front brake needs bleeding or possible overhaul as the brake lever has excessive movement.

Pass 14 Feb 2013 25,675 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2012 25,452 miles

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 25,452 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 25,270 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 25,261 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 24,479 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 24,471 miles

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

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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H455 GDX is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 H455 GDX, 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 H455 GDX registered?

H455 GDX is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 March 1991.

Is H455 GDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H455 GDX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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