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L522 MEP

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

33,120 mi
Last recorded33,120 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL522 MEP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 33,120 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 33,063 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 32,051 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2014 32,051 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Centre Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2013 30,444 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2013 30,444 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 26,942 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 26,594 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 26,594 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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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L522 MEP is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 L522 MEP, 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 L522 MEP registered?

L522 MEP is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 3 June 1994.

Is L522 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L522 MEP shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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