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P114 KEY

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,238 mi
Last recorded18,238 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP114 KEY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 May 2025 18,238 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 18,228 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 18,166 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 18,110 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2009 18,017 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 17,730 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 16,906 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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P114 KEY is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P114 KEY, 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.

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What year was P114 KEY registered?

P114 KEY is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P114 KEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P114 KEY shows 7 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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