MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,556 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)
brake discs poor
chain/sprockets worn
rh fork seal misting
slight exhaust blow
brake discs poor
chain/sprockets worn
rh fork seal misting
slight exhaust blow
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?
Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L57 YBC is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 24,357 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 GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L57 YBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was L57 YBC registered?
L57 YBC is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 4 February 1994.
Is L57 YBC safe to buy?
The MOT history for L57 YBC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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