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P46 OHJ

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,688 mi
Last recorded21,688 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP46 OHJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2008 21,688 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 20,474 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 20,077 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2005 19,134 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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P46 OHJ 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 P46 OHJ, 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 P46 OHJ registered?

P46 OHJ is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 26 April 1997.

Is P46 OHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P46 OHJ 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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