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L274 DNP

1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,139 mi
Last recorded36,139 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S27,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL274 DNP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 36,139 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 36,074 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 34,959 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 33,806 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 32,702 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 32,683 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 31,015 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play slight knocking (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 31,015 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play slight knocking (2.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2015 25,962 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 25,132 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

drive chain slightly tight.

Pass 30 Apr 2014 25,132 miles

drive chain slightly tight.

Pass 1 May 2013 23,381 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 23,318 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 23,318 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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L274 DNP is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 L274 DNP, 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 L274 DNP registered?

L274 DNP is a 1993 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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