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N204 DJO

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,256 mi
Last recorded21,256 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN204 DJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 21,256 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 20,947 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2025 20,947 miles

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

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 18,773 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 18,162 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 18,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 18,051 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 17,987 miles

Rear Nail in tyre.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 17,905 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 17,355 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 16,700 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 16,681 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 16,300 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 May 2011 15,449 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 May 2010 14,881 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 14,067 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 13,690 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 13,077 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 12,836 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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N204 DJO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 24,406 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 N204 DJO, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N204 DJO registered?

N204 DJO is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N204 DJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N204 DJO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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