MOT Status
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18,331 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.
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R472 FGV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red 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 R472 FGV, 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 R472 FGV registered?
R472 FGV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 30 May 1998.
Is R472 FGV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R472 FGV 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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