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S41 JST

1998 Kawasaki Gpz

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

15,441 mi
Last recorded15,441 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Gpz21,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS41 JST
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 15,441 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened close to minimum wear,4.7mm(4.5mm min) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 8 Oct 2021 15,441 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened close to minimum wear,4.7mm(4.5mm min) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Rear Wheel has a missing rivet/s or bolts added locking device. (5.2.2 (e) (i))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 14,264 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 14,228 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 12,398 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 30 Jun 2018 12,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 7,908 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 6,485 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 6,466 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 6,091 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 6,091 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 5,824 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 5,615 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 5,528 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 5,359 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 5,345 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 4,151 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 3,216 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 3,216 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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S41 JST is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 21,389 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S41 JST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S41 JST registered?

S41 JST is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 7 September 1998.

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