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M359 WFY

1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,602 mi
Last recorded32,602 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S23,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM359 WFY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 32,602 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 31,509 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 31,509 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2020 26,973 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 21,385 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 15,524 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 14,797 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 12,826 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 10,771 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 9,331 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 9,308 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 9,308 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 9,183 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 9,015 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 8,982 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 8,714 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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M359 WFY is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M359 WFY, 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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What year was M359 WFY registered?

M359 WFY is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 7 June 1995.

Is M359 WFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M359 WFY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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