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K104 GHP

1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,054 mi
Last recorded51,054 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,084 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK104 GHP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 51,054 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 51,054 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 46,777 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 45,855 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 44,814 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 44,292 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 41,353 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 39,579 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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K104 GHP is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 27,084 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 K104 GHP, 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 33 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K104 GHP registered?

K104 GHP is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 22 February 1993.

Is K104 GHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K104 GHP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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