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N229 HTR

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Purple Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

41,104 mi
Last recorded41,104 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2013
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN229 HTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2013 41,104 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

chain oil on rear tyre

f/brake slightly spongy

Pass 17 Jan 2012 40,465 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

front brake spongy

Fail 12 Jan 2012 40,465 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

front brake spongy

oil on front tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2010 39,572 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake slightly spongy

Fail 31 Jul 2010 39,572 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 May 2008 39,124 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 35,710 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 35,477 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 26 Aug 2005 34,681 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 34,681 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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N229 HTR is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Purple with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N229 HTR, 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 N229 HTR registered?

N229 HTR is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N229 HTR safe to buy?

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