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M489 XAS

1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,983 mi
Last recorded12,983 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2011
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S23,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM489 XAS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Sep 2011 12,983 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 12,914 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 12,818 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 12,277 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 11,439 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 11,353 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2006 10,546 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(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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M489 XAS is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue 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 M489 XAS, 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 M489 XAS registered?

M489 XAS is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 19 May 1995.

Is M489 XAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M489 XAS 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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