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E185 PFV

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,680 mi
Last recorded8,680 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE185 PFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 8,680 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 8,365 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 8,054 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2014 15 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 1,534 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 1,116 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 377 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 366 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 35,401 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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E185 PFV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 E185 PFV, 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 E185 PFV registered?

E185 PFV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 14 October 1998.

Is E185 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E185 PFV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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