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N468 BVT

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,016 mi
Last recorded31,016 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN468 BVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 31,016 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 28,922 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 28,863 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 27,829 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 27,072 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 26,747 miles

slight chaffing on rear flexi slight play rear sprocket rear shocker pivot noisy but no play

Fail 23 Jun 2011 26,692 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 25,996 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 25,369 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 23,684 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 21,554 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 21,554 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2005 19,124 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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N468 BVT is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 N468 BVT, 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 N468 BVT registered?

N468 BVT is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 4 May 1996.

Is N468 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N468 BVT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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