MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,380 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.
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R271 FVW is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 R271 FVW, 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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How do I check the history of R271 FVW?
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What year was R271 FVW registered?
R271 FVW is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 11 May 1998.
Is R271 FVW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R271 FVW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R271 FVW have outstanding finance?
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