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P59 SHX

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

3,603 mi
Last recorded3,603 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP59 SHX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2017 3,603 miles

Fuel tank leaking Lower L/H side of tank is leeking (7.2.1a)

Bike was intended for a daytime mot but has a tail/brake light fitted.

Pass 11 Apr 2015 3,538 miles

No Headlamp fitted machine for use in daylight hours only

Pass 14 Sep 2010 36,495 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 15 Jun 2010 36,218 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 29,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 25,678 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 25,678 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 25,141 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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P59 SHX is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P59 SHX, 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 P59 SHX registered?

P59 SHX is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P59 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P59 SHX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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