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M497 SGM

1995 Kawasaki Gpz

Red Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,929 mi
Last recorded32,929 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Gpz28,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM497 SGM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 32,929 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 30,907 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 15 Jan 2011 30,907 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 28,491 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 28,491 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 26,569 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 21,949 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 20,443 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 20,443 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

clunking in forks and forks twisted in yokes

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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M497 SGM is a 1995 Kawasaki Gpz in Red with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 28,549 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M497 SGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 31 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M497 SGM registered?

M497 SGM is a 1995 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 26 June 1995.

Is M497 SGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M497 SGM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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