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K187 TRH

1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,108 mi
Last recorded26,108 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2012
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK187 TRH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2012 26,108 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 26,102 miles

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 24,524 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 23,026 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2009

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 21,248 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 20,415 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 19,148 miles

Rear 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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K187 TRH is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Green 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 K187 TRH, 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 K187 TRH registered?

K187 TRH is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K187 TRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K187 TRH 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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