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J243 LCK

1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,368 mi
Last recorded49,368 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2011
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ243 LCK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2011 49,368 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber spring corroded.

Pass 19 Apr 2008 48,975 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 48,594 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 48,590 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 48,115 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 48,110 miles

Rear Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

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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J243 LCK is a 1992 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 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 27,464 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 J243 LCK, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J243 LCK registered?

J243 LCK is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 8 April 1992.

Is J243 LCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J243 LCK shows 6 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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