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M282 LKH

1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,040 mi
Last recorded41,040 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S23,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM282 LKH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 41,040 miles

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

rear sprocket cush drive rubbers worn

Fail 14 Nov 2022 40,877 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly cuts out on left hand lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

rear sprocket cush drive rubbers worn

Pass 17 Nov 2021 36,477 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 36,477 miles

Offside Handlebar fractured to the extent that detachment is likely (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 34,637 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 33,925 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 31,209 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2018 31,209 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 28,986 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 26,424 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 26,259 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 25,242 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 24,370 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 23,142 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 19,808 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 19,808 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 13,981 miles

Centre Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 11,262 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 10,529 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 10,494 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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M282 LKH is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M282 LKH, 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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M282 LKH is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 21 April 1995.

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