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M306 XHY

1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,696 mi
Last recorded37,696 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2013
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S23,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM306 XHY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2013 37,696 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 37,672 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 37,311 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 36,084 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 35,911 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 May 2010 33,837 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 33,184 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jan 2008 30,213 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 27,122 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2006 22,930 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 22,930 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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M306 XHY is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M306 XHY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M306 XHY registered?

M306 XHY is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M306 XHY safe to buy?

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