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N76 LAM

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,882 mi
Last recorded33,882 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ50024,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN76 LAM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2014 33,882 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Recomend adjust chain tension (to tight)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 33,882 miles

Recomend adjust chain tension (to tight)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 31,010 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 29,678 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 22,651 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front mudguard insecure

Pass 29 Jul 2008 17,495 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 12,701 miles

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

freeplay in throttle cable

Pass 25 May 2006 12,067 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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N76 LAM is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 24,446 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N76 LAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N76 LAM registered?

N76 LAM is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N76 LAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N76 LAM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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