MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,050 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Centre Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)
Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Outer Rear Lower Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?
Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.
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R869 YVR is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 25,914 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R869 YVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R869 YVR registered?
R869 YVR is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 4 December 1997.
Is R869 YVR safe to buy?
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