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R379 NTY

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

25,131 mi
Last recorded25,131 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR379 NTY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2011 25,131 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 25,131 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 21,103 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Mar 2009 21,069 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Stiff links in drive chain

Pass 7 Mar 2008 16,373 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 13,480 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 13,477 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 9,338 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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R379 NTY is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R379 NTY, 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 R379 NTY registered?

R379 NTY is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R379 NTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R379 NTY shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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