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J394 GCA

1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,410 mi
Last recorded41,410 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2013
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ394 GCA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2013 41,410 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 40,334 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 39,640 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Oct 2011 39,640 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 35,952 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 35,640 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 33,274 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 24 Jun 2008 33,274 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 33,092 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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J394 GCA is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J394 GCA, 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 J394 GCA registered?

J394 GCA is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 27 February 1992.

Is J394 GCA safe to buy?

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