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K592 XCW

1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,929 mi
Last recorded27,929 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK592 XCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 27,929 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 27,925 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 27,790 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 27,790 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 26,818 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 26,786 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 26,402 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 26,371 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 24,330 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 24,153 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 23,721 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 23,046 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 23,031 miles

Rear Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2005 22,001 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2005 22,001 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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K592 XCW is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K592 XCW, 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.

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What year was K592 XCW registered?

K592 XCW is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 22 April 1993.

Is K592 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K592 XCW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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