MOT Status
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36,696 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
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P579 WTY is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Multi-colour with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.
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 P579 WTY, 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 P579 WTY registered?
P579 WTY is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 15 March 1997.
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