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S524 GPN

1998 Kawasaki Ninja

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,256 mi
Last recorded43,256 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Ninja32,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS524 GPN
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 43,256 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 40,623 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2014 40,623 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 38,446 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

clutch lever loose

exhaust baffle fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2012 36,103 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 36,103 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 32,565 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 29,659 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 27,790 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 26,430 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 19,429 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 13,657 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ninja?

Based on 2,341 MOT tests across 241 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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S524 GPN is a 1998 Kawasaki Ninja in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Ninja models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 32,453 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Ninja fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S524 GPN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ninja typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S524 GPN registered?

S524 GPN is a 1998 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S524 GPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S524 GPN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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