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K439 MGJ

1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,138 mi
Last recorded33,138 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK439 MGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 33,138 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 28,525 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 28,284 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 28,284 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 28,125 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 27,280 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 22,796 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 20,966 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 20,965 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 16,138 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 15,067 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 13,943 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 12,359 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 10,152 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 9,876 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 9,649 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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K439 MGJ is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 27,084 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 K439 MGJ, 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 33 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 K439 MGJ registered?

K439 MGJ is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 6 April 1993.

Is K439 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K439 MGJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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