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P82 OMJ

1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,908 mi
Last recorded18,908 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP82 OMJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2012 18,908 miles

rear brake travel

Pass 20 Jan 2011 13,616 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 12,909 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 11,664 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 10,941 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 9,934 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 9,928 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 9,922 miles

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

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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P82 OMJ is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P82 OMJ, 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 P82 OMJ registered?

P82 OMJ is a 1997 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is P82 OMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P82 OMJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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