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M229 LAT

1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

43,807 mi
Last recorded43,807 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S23,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM229 LAT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 43,807 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 43,800 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Fuel system component leaking carb slightly leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 43,592 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 41,103 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 38,400 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 34,710 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 34,710 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2012 34,444 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 34,444 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Fail 14 Apr 2011 33,644 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 33,644 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 31,856 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 31,856 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 30,520 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 30,217 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 30,217 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 29,634 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 28,095 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2006 28,095 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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M229 LAT is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 23,912 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 M229 LAT, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M229 LAT is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 13 April 1995.

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