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R123 MNV

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,082 mi
Last recorded44,082 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 MNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2014 44,082 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 11 Jan 2014 44,035 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

sprocket carrier housing bearing has play

Pass 8 Jan 2013 40,789 miles

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 35,237 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 27,756 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 20,141 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 18,500 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 11,097 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 7,894 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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R123 MNV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R123 MNV, 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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R123 MNV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R123 MNV safe to buy?

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