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L485 TVV

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,777 mi
Last recorded51,777 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL485 TVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 May 2015 51,777 miles

Front mudguard loose

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 50,822 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 50,150 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 48,155 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 47,712 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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L485 TVV is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 28,719 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 L485 TVV, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L485 TVV registered?

L485 TVV is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 March 1994.

Is L485 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L485 TVV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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