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L494 FKJ

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

49,352 mi
Last recorded49,352 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL494 FKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 49,352 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 48,240 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 47,661 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 47,086 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 46,982 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 46,397 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 46,046 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 45,691 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 43,815 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 42,669 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 41,524 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 39,908 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Numberplate Light Not Working

Pass 8 Dec 2009 36,428 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

NUMBER PLATE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2008 34,437 miles

EXHAUST CLAMP BROKEN

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

NUMBER PLATE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Fail 9 Oct 2008 34,435 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

EXHAUST CLAMP BROKEN

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

NUMBER PLATE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Pass 16 Oct 2007 33,707 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 32,899 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 32,882 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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L494 FKJ is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 L494 FKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L494 FKJ registered?

L494 FKJ is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 March 1994.

Is L494 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L494 FKJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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