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P107 OLR

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,600 mi
Last recorded29,600 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP107 OLR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 29,600 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 28,078 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 27,805 miles

Chain and sprockets worn but not essive

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 26,809 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 25,781 miles

Rear slight free play in rear sprocket cush drive

Pass 30 Jun 2020 25,266 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 24,649 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 23,532 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 22,904 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 16,742 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 14,737 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 11,569 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 9,249 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 6,236 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 4,042 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2010 3,942 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 3,196 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 3,196 miles

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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P107 OLR is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 21,695 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 P107 OLR, 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 29 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 P107 OLR registered?

P107 OLR is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P107 OLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P107 OLR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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