MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,799 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear slight play in swing arm.
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
front mudguard slightly loose
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L997 TPT is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 21,695 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 L997 TPT, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was L997 TPT registered?
L997 TPT is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 29 August 1997.
Is L997 TPT safe to buy?
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