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P681 NFS

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,337 mi
Last recorded15,337 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP681 NFS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2011 15,337 miles
Pass 31 May 2010 14,484 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 14,484 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 14,430 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 13,569 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 12,118 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 12,118 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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P681 NFS is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P681 NFS, 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 P681 NFS registered?

P681 NFS is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P681 NFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P681 NFS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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