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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3) DANGEROUS
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)
Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?
Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P196 DTN is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Purple with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 P196 DTN, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was P196 DTN registered?
P196 DTN is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 20 August 1998.
Is P196 DTN safe to buy?
The MOT history for P196 DTN shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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