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L56 PWU

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,272 mi
Last recorded33,272 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL56 PWU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 33,272 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 32,964 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 32,194 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 30,859 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 28,918 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 27,804 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 26,958 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 26,263 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 26,238 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 17,432 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 16,322 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 15,093 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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L56 PWU is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 L56 PWU, 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 L56 PWU registered?

L56 PWU is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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The MOT history for L56 PWU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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