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J799 PBV

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Yellow Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,317 mi
Last recorded39,317 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ799 PBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 39,317 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 38,744 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 38,211 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 May 2013 37,510 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 37,510 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 May 2012 36,368 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 35,579 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 32,932 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 32,932 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 32,887 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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J799 PBV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Yellow with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 21,203 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 J799 PBV, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J799 PBV registered?

J799 PBV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 February 1998.

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