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H825 BCA

1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,138 mi
Last recorded39,138 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,990 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH825 BCA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 39,138 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 38,951 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 38,948 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Cracks developing in front tyre tread

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 36,365 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Oil Leak from engine

Fail 9 Aug 2018 36,365 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Notched (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticking and revving up on left lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Oil Leak from engine

Pass 4 Aug 2017 33,461 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive pin and bush (2.4.B.4)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 30,244 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 30,167 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 8 Jan 2015 30,167 miles

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2008 30,145 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 28,776 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 28,765 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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H825 BCA is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H825 BCA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H825 BCA registered?

H825 BCA is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 26 June 1991.

Is H825 BCA safe to buy?

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