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J829 RRP

1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

61,129 mi
Last recorded61,129 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ829 RRP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 61,129 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

engine noisy

Fail 8 Jul 2015 61,129 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

engine noisy

Pass 11 Jul 2014 61,066 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 60,736 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 60,726 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 58,219 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 58,211 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 54,147 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 50,775 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 49,533 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 49,509 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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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J829 RRP is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 J829 RRP, 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 J829 RRP registered?

J829 RRP is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 8 June 1992.

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