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P908 WGS

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,013 mi
Last recorded20,013 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ50025,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP908 WGS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2015 20,013 miles

Handlebars slightly bent

Fail 2 Jun 2014 19,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 19,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 May 2013 18,508 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 May 2013 18,508 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 17,997 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 17,905 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 17,905 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 17,281 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 16,362 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 15,136 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 11,937 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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P908 WGS is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 25,914 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 GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P908 WGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P908 WGS registered?

P908 WGS is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P908 WGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P908 WGS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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