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E98 JSC

1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,642 mi
Last recorded10,642 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S29,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE98 JSC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 10,642 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 10,559 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 10,494 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 10,424 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 10,300 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 10,300 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 10,220 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 10,220 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2019 10,087 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 10,036 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 9,955 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 9,910 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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E98 JSC is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 29,120 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 E98 JSC, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E98 JSC registered?

E98 JSC is a 1987 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E98 JSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E98 JSC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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