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R122 FMY

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

446 mi
Last recorded446 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR122 FMY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 446 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2014 5 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 25,819 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 25,097 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 25,021 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 24,335 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2010 24,335 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 22,809 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 22,381 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 22,381 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 22,071 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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R122 FMY is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 21,203 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R122 FMY, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R122 FMY registered?

R122 FMY is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is R122 FMY safe to buy?

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