MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,584 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Slight play in rear sprocket carrier.
slight corrosion to rear frame
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Shock absorber slightly stiff in operation.
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Shock absorber slightly stiff in operation.
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)
Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)
Slight corrosion to rear swing arm and rear structure
Direction indicator insecure right front (1.5.3b)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey left hand downpipe (7.1.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)
Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)
Slight corrosion to rear swing arm and rear structure
securing bolt missing from front mudguard and radiator.
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Offside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)
slight surface corrosion to several frame and swinging arm sections, ok at test.
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
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R293 NKV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.
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 R293 NKV, 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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R293 NKV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 20 March 1998.
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