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P748 VTX

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,273 mi
Last recorded12,273 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP748 VTX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 12,273 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 12,262 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 12,213 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 12,121 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 12,023 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 11,855 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 11,505 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2018 11,320 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 11,031 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 10,463 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 10,123 miles

rear tyre starting to perish on sidewall

Pass 16 May 2014 9,686 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 9,157 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 8,607 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 8,047 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 7,748 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 7,452 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 7,135 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 6,898 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 6,519 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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P748 VTX is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 P748 VTX, 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 P748 VTX registered?

P748 VTX is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P748 VTX safe to buy?

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