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L591 VLH

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,919 mi
Last recorded35,919 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL591 VLH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 35,919 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 35,026 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 35,026 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 34,931 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 34,593 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 54,307 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 32,928 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 32,928 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 31,207 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 28,531 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 28,520 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 26,610 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 24,361 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 21,453 miles

slight drag on front brake

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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L591 VLH is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 L591 VLH, 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 L591 VLH registered?

L591 VLH is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 20 January 1994.

Is L591 VLH safe to buy?

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