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N298 SDN

1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

37,406 mi
Last recorded37,406 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S24,406 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN298 SDN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 37,406 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 37,253 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 37,136 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 36,901 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 36,709 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre loosing profile (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 36,641 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 36,504 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 36,340 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 35,861 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 35,168 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 34,077 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 33,325 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 33,321 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 32,305 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 31,324 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 30,506 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 28,954 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 27,664 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,521 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 24,807 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 22,145 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 19,099 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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N298 SDN is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N298 SDN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N298 SDN registered?

N298 SDN is a 1996 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N298 SDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N298 SDN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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