MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,206 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front brake binding.
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear suspension stiff.
Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
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M531 JEG is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52%.
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 M531 JEG, 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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M531 JEG is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 June 1995.
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