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P592 NBA

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,275 mi
Last recorded20,275 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP592 NBA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 20,275 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 20,240 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2013 18,117 miles

rear mudguard lose

Fail 3 Jul 2013 18,114 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear mudguard lose

Pass 12 Apr 2012 15,167 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 15,167 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 15,141 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 14,835 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 14,462 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 13,549 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2006 13,487 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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P592 NBA is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P592 NBA, 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 P592 NBA registered?

P592 NBA is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is P592 NBA safe to buy?

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