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N808 DTR

1995 Kawasaki GPZ500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

43,126 mi
Last recorded43,126 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki GPZ50027,771 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN808 DTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 43,126 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2026 43,118 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 42,783 miles

Drive chain slightly tight Tight spots (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swinging arm rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 42,632 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 May 2016 41,726 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 27 May 2016 41,726 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 28,997 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Sidewall of rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 9 Oct 2013 37,539 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 37,481 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 37,474 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 37,275 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 36,228 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 35,205 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 32,281 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 6 Sep 2008 32,281 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 29,767 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

number plate light not working ?

slight drag on front wheel ?

Pass 14 Jun 2006 24,528 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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N808 DTR is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 27,771 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 GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N808 DTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 31 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N808 DTR is a 1995 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 1 August 1995.

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