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G803 ART

1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,753 mi
Last recorded17,753 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S30,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG803 ART
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 17,753 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 17,741 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 17,393 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 17,393 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 16,690 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 16,609 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 16,492 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 16,143 miles

Nearside Front slightly loose but still secure

Pass 18 Jul 2015 16,079 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 15,760 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 14,889 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 13,892 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 13,284 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2009 12,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 12,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 10,232 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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G803 ART is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 30,629 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 G803 ART, 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 36 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 G803 ART registered?

G803 ART is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 19 May 1990.

Is G803 ART safe to buy?

The MOT history for G803 ART shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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