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L511 NRB

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,495 mi
Last recorded35,495 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2020
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL511 NRB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2020 35,495 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Cush Drive Rubbers Worn

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

Fail 23 Mar 2020 35,472 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Wiring (2.1.4 (c))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Shock Linkage Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Cush Drive Rubbers Worn

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 33,798 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2014 33,792 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2013 32,982 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Jul 2013 32,977 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 30,250 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 29,053 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 28,014 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 24,304 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Feb 2009 24,304 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 19,504 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 15,647 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 15,133 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2006 15,133 miles

Centre Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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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L511 NRB is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 L511 NRB, 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 L511 NRB registered?

L511 NRB is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 11 March 1994.

Is L511 NRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L511 NRB shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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