MOT Status
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33,447 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
side stand spring weak/floppy
Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases header (6.1.2 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Exhaust slightly loose header (6.1.2 (a))
side stand loose
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Shock Slighty Stiff
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Shock Slighty Stiff
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
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R381 TEW is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 R381 TEW, 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 R381 TEW registered?
R381 TEW is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 May 1998.
Is R381 TEW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R381 TEW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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