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J108 HFW

1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,028 mi
Last recorded17,028 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ108 HFW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 17,028 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 17,009 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 17,001 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 16,980 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 16,960 miles

Central Rear slight lift in rear lower suspension link bushes

Pass 8 Dec 2018 16,434 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 14,764 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 14,488 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 14,202 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 14,095 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 14,095 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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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J108 HFW is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 27,464 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 J108 HFW, 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 34 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 J108 HFW?

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What year was J108 HFW registered?

J108 HFW is a 1992 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 13 May 1992.

Is J108 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J108 HFW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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