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M349 SMV

2012 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,781 mi
Last recorded27,781 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM349 SMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 27,781 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 93,844 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 81,798 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 70,005 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 64,270 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 64,270 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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M349 SMV is a 2012 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M349 SMV, 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 14 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M349 SMV registered?

M349 SMV is a 2012 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is M349 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M349 SMV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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