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J661 JKN

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,256 mi
Last recorded19,256 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2010
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ661 JKN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2010 19,256 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 19,218 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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J661 JKN is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J661 JKN, 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.

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What year was J661 JKN registered?

J661 JKN is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is J661 JKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J661 JKN shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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