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OU04 TKY

2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,664 mi
Last recorded10,664 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S13,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 TKY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 10,664 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 8,723 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2024 8,723 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 8,548 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 7,881 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 7,603 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 6,485 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 6,485 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

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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OU04 TKY is a 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 13,651 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 OU04 TKY, 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 22 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 OU04 TKY registered?

OU04 TKY is a 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 29 May 2004.

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The MOT history for OU04 TKY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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