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R119 SCH

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,049 mi
Last recorded27,049 miles
Recorded on18 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ50025,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 SCH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2009 27,049 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 26,610 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2006 24,463 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2006 24,323 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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R119 SCH is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 R119 SCH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R119 SCH?

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What year was R119 SCH registered?

R119 SCH is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R119 SCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R119 SCH shows 4 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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