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J62 BJN

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500

Yellow Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,922 mi
Last recorded28,922 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ50025,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ62 BJN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2011 28,922 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 28,922 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 25,914 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 51,605 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 51,595 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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J62 BJN is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Yellow with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 25,914 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 GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J62 BJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J62 BJN?

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What year was J62 BJN registered?

J62 BJN is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is J62 BJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J62 BJN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J62 BJN have outstanding finance?

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