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T790 VPU

1999 Kawasaki GPZ500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

24,214 mi
Last recorded24,214 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki GPZ50017,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT790 VPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 24,214 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Jan 2015 23,144 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 22,085 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 20,540 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 17,843 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 17,569 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2010 17,566 miles

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 17,236 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Oct 2009 17,236 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 25 Oct 2008 16,658 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 16,658 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 27,249 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 23 Feb 2007 27,249 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2006 26,968 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2005 24,777 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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T790 VPU is a 1999 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 17,569 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 GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T790 VPU, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T790 VPU registered?

T790 VPU is a 1999 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 31 August 1999.

Is T790 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T790 VPU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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