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KE05 FRD

2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,252 mi
Last recorded48,252 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,119 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 FRD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 48,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 47,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 43,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

clutch lever damaged

Fail 9 Feb 2023 43,961 miles

Stop lamp not working control one (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

clutch lever damaged

Pass 18 Mar 2021 43,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 43,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 41,043 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 34,661 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 29,870 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 23,080 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 23,023 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 22,700 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 22,552 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 21,998 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 21,023 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2011 21,023 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 19,665 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 18,251 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 17,225 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 15,495 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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KE05 FRD is a 2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 18,119 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 KE05 FRD, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE05 FRD registered?

KE05 FRD is a 2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is KE05 FRD safe to buy?

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