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DX54 EDO

2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

24,075 mi
Last recorded24,075 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S13,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 EDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 24,075 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 23,847 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 23,057 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 23,057 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working FRONT AND BACK (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 21,878 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 20,761 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 19,613 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 18,756 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 17,134 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 15,414 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 13,877 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 12,611 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 10,987 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 9,560 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 7,631 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 6,329 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 3,954 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 2,810 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 1,279 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 221 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 221 miles

Registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

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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DX54 EDO is a 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 13,651 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX54 EDO, 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 22 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 DX54 EDO registered?

DX54 EDO is a 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is DX54 EDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX54 EDO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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