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K506 JVX

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

60,752 mi
Last recorded60,752 miles
Recorded on10 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK506 JVX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2008 60,752 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 60,752 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 May 2007 60,513 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 60,511 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 59,951 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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K506 JVX is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 21,695 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 K506 JVX, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K506 JVX?

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What year was K506 JVX registered?

K506 JVX is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is K506 JVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K506 JVX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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