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P525 NOJ

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,338 mi
Last recorded14,338 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP525 NOJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 14,338 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 12,697 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 11,284 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 11,284 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 9,066 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 8,211 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 8,211 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 6,250 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 6,229 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 6,200 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 6,063 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 5,372 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 5,863 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 5,660 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 5,436 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 4,299 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 3,214 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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P525 NOJ is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P525 NOJ, 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 P525 NOJ registered?

P525 NOJ is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 14 June 1997.

Is P525 NOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P525 NOJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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