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R395 HPU

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,202 mi
Last recorded27,202 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR395 HPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 27,202 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 25,633 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 24,996 miles

loud exhaust fitted

Pass 15 May 2014 24,590 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 24,579 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 23,262 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 19,005 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 18,846 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 10,723 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 9,672 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 8,859 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 8,043 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 8,020 miles

Centre Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Centre Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Centre Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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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R395 HPU is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R395 HPU, 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 R395 HPU registered?

R395 HPU is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R395 HPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R395 HPU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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