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N220 CKE

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,294 mi
Last recorded47,294 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2010
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN220 CKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2010 47,294 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 8 Sep 2010 47,294 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 18,602 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 18,289 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

forks slighly pitted

Pass 6 Apr 2006 17,573 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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N220 CKE is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N220 CKE, 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 N220 CKE registered?

N220 CKE is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 14 February 1996.

Is N220 CKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N220 CKE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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