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N168 DJO

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,434 mi
Last recorded27,434 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN168 DJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 27,434 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 25,561 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 25,548 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 23,081 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 19,518 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 16,245 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 16,065 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 15,823 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 15,820 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 15,100 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 15,076 miles

Electrical wiring rubbing steering

Front brake hose guide missing

Number plate lamp not working

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 May 2009 15,076 miles

Electrical wiring rubbing steering

Front brake hose guide missing

Number plate lamp not working

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 May 2008 15,063 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 14,862 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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N168 DJO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 24,406 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 N168 DJO, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N168 DJO registered?

N168 DJO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 9 April 1996.

Is N168 DJO safe to buy?

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