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N395 UPL

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,104 mi
Last recorded31,104 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2010
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN395 UPL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2010 31,104 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 31,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2009 29,702 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 29,699 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 22,160 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2008 22,160 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 21,668 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 21,650 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

rear brake sticking on after being applied

Pass 23 Jan 2006 23,518 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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N395 UPL is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 N395 UPL, 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 N395 UPL registered?

N395 UPL is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is N395 UPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N395 UPL shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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