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N389 XAU

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,480 mi
Last recorded30,480 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN389 XAU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2011 30,480 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2010 27,595 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 24,405 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 22,116 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 21,308 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 20,369 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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N389 XAU is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N389 XAU, 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 N389 XAU registered?

N389 XAU is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N389 XAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N389 XAU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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