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M475 LVP

1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,286 mi
Last recorded20,286 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2012
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S23,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM475 LVP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2012 20,286 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 Aug 2012 20,286 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2011 17,091 miles

os mirror broken

Fail 22 Aug 2011 17,091 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

os mirror broken

Pass 18 Sep 2009 17,072 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 17,072 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 17,035 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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M475 LVP is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 M475 LVP, 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 M475 LVP registered?

M475 LVP is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 March 1995.

Is M475 LVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M475 LVP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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