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L71 YNV

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,658 mi
Last recorded18,658 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL71 YNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2014 18,658 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 18,656 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 18,596 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 18,568 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 18,515 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 18,489 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 18,347 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 18,291 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 18,242 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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L71 YNV is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L71 YNV, 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 L71 YNV registered?

L71 YNV is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L71 YNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L71 YNV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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