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J832 JRG

1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

34,603 mi
Last recorded34,603 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ832 JRG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2022 34,603 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 33,076 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 31,751 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 55,768 miles

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 40,946 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 38,455 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 37,375 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 37,375 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Pass 28 May 2013 36,666 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 34,653 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 31,100 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 30,573 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 30,571 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2009 29,280 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 29,278 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 28,923 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 28,923 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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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J832 JRG is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 J832 JRG, 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 J832 JRG registered?

J832 JRG is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J832 JRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J832 JRG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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