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N508 COF

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,387 mi
Last recorded20,387 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN508 COF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 20,387 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 20,361 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit offside pad allot lower than nearside pad. Indicating uneven wear. (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 14 May 2016 20,347 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly throttle holding on rhs lock (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit offside pad allot lower than nearside pad. Indicating uneven wear. (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 20,344 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 Mar 2015 20,343 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2014 20,225 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 20,140 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 19,962 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 19,425 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 19,425 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 19,072 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 18,103 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 15,929 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 9,596 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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N508 COF is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 N508 COF, 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 N508 COF registered?

N508 COF is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N508 COF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N508 COF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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