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K563 GEV

1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

201 mi
Last recorded201 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK563 GEV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 201 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 1 Mar 2017 201 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 71,334 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 65,685 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2014 65,551 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 64,776 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 64,776 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 64,382 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 64,363 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 62,022 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 62,013 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 62,013 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2005 59,658 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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K563 GEV is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 K563 GEV, 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 K563 GEV registered?

K563 GEV is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 30 March 1993.

Is K563 GEV safe to buy?

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