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N235 BRJ

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,893 mi
Last recorded31,893 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN235 BRJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 31,893 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 31,541 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 31,273 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 30,775 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 30,749 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 29,916 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 29,165 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 28,752 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 27,534 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 25,722 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 23,476 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 20,661 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2006 20,661 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2005 19,292 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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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N235 BRJ is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N235 BRJ, 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

How do I check the history of N235 BRJ?

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What year was N235 BRJ registered?

N235 BRJ is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N235 BRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N235 BRJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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