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L719 MEH

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

12,105 mi
Last recorded12,105 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL719 MEH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 12,105 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 12,041 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 11,937 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 11,937 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 11,109 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 11,096 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 May 2018 9,846 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 9,846 miles

Headlamp aim too low adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 9,403 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 9,403 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing pin not split (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 8,915 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 8,714 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 8,714 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 8,427 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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L719 MEH 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 64.3%.

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 L719 MEH, 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 L719 MEH registered?

L719 MEH is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 10 March 1994.

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