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P195 EOL

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,219 mi
Last recorded23,219 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP195 EOL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 23,219 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Mar 2015 23,219 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

side stand loose

Fail 14 Oct 2013 20,013 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 20,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 9,658 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 8,929 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 8,626 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 8,275 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 8,275 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 7,774 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 7,151 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 7,151 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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.

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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P195 EOL is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 21,695 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 P195 EOL, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P195 EOL registered?

P195 EOL is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P195 EOL safe to buy?

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