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M498 POK

1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,216 mi
Last recorded34,216 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S23,912 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM498 POK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 34,216 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 33,839 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

front fork dust seals perished

Pass 2 May 2014 32,966 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front brake showing slight bind when rotated manually. Attention required.

Pass 19 Apr 2013 31,695 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

very slight pitting on rear disc

Pass 19 Apr 2012 30,462 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 30,462 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Feb 2011 28,334 miles

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

Slight run out on rear brake disc

Pass 24 Oct 2009 28,291 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 28,128 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 27,908 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 27,802 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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M498 POK is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M498 POK, 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 M498 POK registered?

M498 POK is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 18 April 1995.

Is M498 POK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M498 POK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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