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E820 FRD

1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,363 mi
Last recorded87,363 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S37,774 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE820 FRD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 87,363 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 86,948 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 86,460 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 85,727 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 84,636 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 84,053 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 83,400 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 82,667 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 80,769 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 79,924 miles

Front tyre starting to perish

Pass 24 Jun 2016 79,061 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 78,130 miles

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

front brake has little reserve travel

Pass 25 Jun 2014 76,625 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 74,436 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 73,301 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 71,764 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 70,322 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 69,352 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 67,540 miles

rear tyre tread very low

Pass 18 Jun 2007 66,269 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 64,110 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 61,063 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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E820 FRD is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 37,774 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 E820 FRD, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E820 FRD?

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What year was E820 FRD registered?

E820 FRD is a 1988 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 11 January 1988.

Is E820 FRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E820 FRD shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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