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S970 SBA

1998 Kawasaki Gpz

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

52,681 mi
Last recorded52,681 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Gpz21,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS970 SBA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 52,681 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 52,679 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 51,832 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 51,084 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 48,024 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

No plate lamp inop

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 19 May 2014 48,024 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

No plate lamp inop

Pass 14 May 2013 42,567 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 42,567 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 37,051 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2011 31,394 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 31,364 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 25,715 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 25,715 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,071 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 15,552 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 11,478 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 10,684 miles

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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S970 SBA is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 S970 SBA, 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 S970 SBA registered?

S970 SBA is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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