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M264 NJV

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

41,406 mi
Last recorded41,406 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ50025,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM264 NJV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2015 41,406 miles

Front slight bind from brake

Fail 17 Aug 2015 41,406 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride drive chain split link (6.2.1h)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake (1.3.1a)

Front slight bind from brake

Pass 16 Aug 2014 36,126 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 35,760 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 35,760 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 30,987 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 30,743 miles

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

handle bar has a little bend

Fail 29 Jun 2009 30,743 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

handle bar has a little bend

Pass 31 May 2008 30,608 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 28,589 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 25,805 miles

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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M264 NJV is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 25,914 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 GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M264 NJV, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M264 NJV registered?

M264 NJV is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 7 August 1997.

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