CarVerify

Free Car Check

E250 NOU

1997 Kawasaki GPZ305

Black Petrol 306cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,548 mi
Last recorded19,548 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ30513,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE250 NOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ305
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine306cc
View full Kawasaki GPZ305 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 19,548 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 19,310 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 19,310 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 18,682 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Solo use only.

Fail 27 Jan 2021 18,675 miles

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted Rear brake torque arm split pin missing (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Solo use only.

Pass 21 Mar 2006 18,132 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ305?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 371 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
527
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Headlamp aim too low 21
Full Kawasaki GPZ305 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E250 NOU is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ305 in Black with a 306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 13,892 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 GPZ305 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E250 NOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ305 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ305 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E250 NOU?

You can check the full history of E250 NOU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E250 NOU registered?

E250 NOU is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ305, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is E250 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E250 NOU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E250 NOU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E250 NOU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.