MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,462 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Nearside Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.
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N516 VTH is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 N516 VTH, 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 N516 VTH registered?
N516 VTH is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 18 May 1996.
Is N516 VTH safe to buy?
The MOT history for N516 VTH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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