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N426 HHG

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,873 mi
Last recorded22,873 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN426 HHG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 22,873 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 22,315 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 21,129 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 20,360 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 20,360 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 18,450 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 16,296 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 13,738 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 12,167 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 12,164 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 12,120 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 12,109 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 12,056 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 11,720 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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N426 HHG is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N426 HHG, 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 N426 HHG?

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What year was N426 HHG registered?

N426 HHG is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 12 June 1996.

Is N426 HHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N426 HHG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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