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K105 RLN

1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,718 mi
Last recorded52,718 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,084 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK105 RLN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 52,718 miles

Gear pedal and linkage excessively worn - Replace ASAP

Fail 9 Aug 2012 51,578 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 51,578 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 48,223 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 45,367 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 40,135 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 39,841 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight 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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K105 RLN is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 K105 RLN, 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 K105 RLN registered?

K105 RLN is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 12 February 1993.

Is K105 RLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K105 RLN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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