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N515 FSL

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Maroon Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

37,455 mi
Last recorded37,455 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN515 FSL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 May 2013 37,455 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 33,945 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 33,704 miles

left hand faringrepaired at mirror mount

Fail 11 Sep 2009 33,703 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

left hand faringrepaired at mirror mount

Pass 25 May 2007 33,647 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 33,598 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

slight fluctuation both brakes

Pass 25 Jul 2005 33,076 miles

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

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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N515 FSL is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Maroon with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 N515 FSL, 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 N515 FSL registered?

N515 FSL is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 8 July 1996.

Is N515 FSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N515 FSL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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