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L774 GVU

1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,460 mi
Last recorded36,460 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL774 GVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 36,460 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 31,566 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 31,566 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 31,206 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 31,206 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 30,409 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 30,409 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 25,703 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2005 22,048 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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L774 GVU is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L774 GVU, 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 L774 GVU registered?

L774 GVU is a 1994 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 10 March 1994.

Is L774 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L774 GVU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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