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J61 BJN

1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,943 mi
Last recorded31,943 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ61 BJN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 31,943 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 28,851 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 25,595 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 25,300 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 25,040 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 24,621 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 24,621 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2009 56,281 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 May 2009 56,281 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2008 52,662 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2007 50,071 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 49,915 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 49,887 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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J61 BJN is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 J61 BJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J61 BJN registered?

J61 BJN is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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The MOT history for J61 BJN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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