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OU05 MLV

2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,513 mi
Last recorded29,513 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,119 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 MLV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 29,513 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 29,380 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 28,932 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 28,771 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 28,164 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 27,835 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 26,707 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 25,604 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 25,570 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 23,558 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 18,010 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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OU05 MLV is a 2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 18,119 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 OU05 MLV, 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 21 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 OU05 MLV registered?

OU05 MLV is a 2005 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is OU05 MLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 MLV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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