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L738 NGX

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,092 mi
Last recorded28,092 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ50024,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL738 NGX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 28,092 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 28,090 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 28,053 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 27,923 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 27,812 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 27,694 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 27,571 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 27,453 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 27,326 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 27,289 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 27,219 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 27,175 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 May 2009 27,048 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 May 2008 26,926 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 26,830 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 26,830 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2006 24,357 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 24,357 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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L738 NGX is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L738 NGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L738 NGX registered?

L738 NGX is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 22 June 1994.

Is L738 NGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L738 NGX shows 18 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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