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N186 GSG

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,973 mi
Last recorded22,973 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN186 GSG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 22,973 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 22,320 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 22,139 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 21,781 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 21,614 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 21,467 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 21,445 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 18,307 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively carrier (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 15,980 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 15,849 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 15,838 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 15,829 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 15,822 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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N186 GSG is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N186 GSG, 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.

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What year was N186 GSG registered?

N186 GSG is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N186 GSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N186 GSG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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