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P579 WTY

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Multi-colour Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

36,696 mi
Last recorded36,696 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP579 WTY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 36,696 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 36,273 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 35,695 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 35,155 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 34,594 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 34,594 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 34,214 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 33,913 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 33,913 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 33,346 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 33,346 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2017 32,900 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 32,275 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 31,713 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 30,219 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 28,290 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 26,961 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2011 26,053 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 26,053 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 24,202 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 24,195 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 22,860 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 20,612 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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P579 WTY is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Multi-colour with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 P579 WTY, 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 P579 WTY registered?

P579 WTY is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 15 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P579 WTY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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