MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,147 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Front Upper Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure fairing bracket nut loose (6.1.1 (b) (i))
Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected split pin missing (5.2.1 (c) (ii))
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
r/h handlebar slightly bent
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
r/h handlebar slightly bent
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?
Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M357 FGP is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
Across all 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 27,771 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 M357 FGP, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was M357 FGP registered?
M357 FGP is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 18 July 1995.
Is M357 FGP safe to buy?
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