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N461 NMW

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

29,655 mi
Last recorded29,655 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN461 NMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 29,655 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 26,025 miles

slight play in rear mono shock bush

Pass 11 Aug 2015 24,422 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 24,421 miles

Front Front position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2011 24,742 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 22,291 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 22,276 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 20,036 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 18,363 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 18,295 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 18,295 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 14,720 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 14,705 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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N461 NMW is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N461 NMW, 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 N461 NMW registered?

N461 NMW is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 21 June 1996.

Is N461 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N461 NMW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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