MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,284 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
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)
Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Registration lamp insecure
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R462 XBC is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R462 XBC, 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 R462 XBC registered?
R462 XBC is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 20 April 1998.
Is R462 XBC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R462 XBC shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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