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P665 OCS

1997 Kawasaki Gpz

Green Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

58,572 mi
Last recorded58,572 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Gpz40,662 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP665 OCS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2025 58,572 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 58,531 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 58,531 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 58,066 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 57,322 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 56,148 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 May 2016 55,128 miles

front brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 26 May 2015 50,672 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 48,729 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 42,965 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2012 42,965 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 31,450 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 29,621 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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P665 OCS is a 1997 Kawasaki Gpz in Green with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 40,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P665 OCS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P665 OCS registered?

P665 OCS is a 1997 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P665 OCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P665 OCS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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