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P437 SGO

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,771 mi
Last recorded24,771 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP437 SGO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2010 24,771 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 24,268 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2008 23,542 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 22,633 miles

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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P437 SGO is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P437 SGO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P437 SGO registered?

P437 SGO is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 27 January 1997.

Is P437 SGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P437 SGO shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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