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H448 JKV

1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,727 mi
Last recorded22,727 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S28,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH448 JKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2025 22,727 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 22,217 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 21,654 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 20,958 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 20,462 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 19,949 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 18,674 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 16,276 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2015 14,962 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 14,020 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 14,015 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2012 14,004 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 May 2011 13,994 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 May 2010 13,984 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 14 May 2009 13,947 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 13,937 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 May 2007 13,287 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 May 2006 13,047 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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H448 JKV is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 28,990 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 H448 JKV, 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 35 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H448 JKV registered?

H448 JKV is a 1991 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 February 1991.

Is H448 JKV safe to buy?

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