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P512 XGH

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,272 mi
Last recorded25,272 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 XGH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 25,272 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 24,103 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 21,865 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

cush drive bearing slight play

Pass 19 Jun 2018 20,368 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 20,361 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 May 2017 19,770 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 19,049 miles

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension slightly rubbing against exhaust silencer clamps (2.4.A.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 May 2016 19,049 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension slightly rubbing against exhaust silencer clamps (2.4.A.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 17,871 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2015 17,862 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 17,403 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 11,136 miles

Front brake pads wearing low.

Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,263 miles

O/S carb damp

Fail 31 May 2012 7,263 miles

Offside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

O/S carb damp

Pass 25 May 2011 2,664 miles

front tyre caracked

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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P512 XGH is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P512 XGH, 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 P512 XGH registered?

P512 XGH is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 19 June 1997.

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