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P852 RVW

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,903 mi
Last recorded91,903 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP852 RVW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2009 91,903 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2008 88,944 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 9 Apr 2008 88,944 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 83,211 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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P852 RVW is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P852 RVW, 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 P852 RVW registered?

P852 RVW is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P852 RVW safe to buy?

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