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N169 DMU

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,936 mi
Last recorded33,936 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2011
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN169 DMU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2011 33,936 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 May 2010 31,818 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 31,818 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 14 May 2009 26,983 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 21,854 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 21,854 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 May 2007 17,758 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 17,015 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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N169 DMU is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 N169 DMU, 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 N169 DMU registered?

N169 DMU is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N169 DMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N169 DMU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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