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S492 YOX

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,958 mi
Last recorded27,958 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS492 YOX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 27,958 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 27,947 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2013 23,831 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 21,220 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 21,077 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 21,071 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 19,846 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 19,846 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Sep 2005 16,053 miles

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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S492 YOX is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S492 YOX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S492 YOX registered?

S492 YOX is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is S492 YOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S492 YOX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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