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M821 ABK

1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,175 mi
Last recorded12,175 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2025
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S23,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM821 ABK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2025 12,175 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 11,823 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear brake lever fowling on belly pan

Pass 13 Apr 2023 11,163 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 11,163 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 10,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2022 10,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 9,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 9,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 7,708 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

front position lamp not working

slight play in rear sprocket carrier

Pass 5 Jun 2018 7,566 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement in bell crank (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust system rusty

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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M821 ABK is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 M821 ABK, 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 M821 ABK registered?

M821 ABK is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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