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IAZ 9506

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,557 mi
Last recorded44,557 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIAZ 9506
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 44,557 miles

Front brake spongy

Offside Rear disc pads near limit

Rear shockabsorber in poor condition

Pass 2 Dec 2015 37,855 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2015 37,559 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 30,835 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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IAZ 9506 is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 24,406 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 IAZ 9506, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of IAZ 9506?

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What year was IAZ 9506 registered?

IAZ 9506 is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 22 January 1996.

Is IAZ 9506 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IAZ 9506 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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