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R107 AOF

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,538 mi
Last recorded18,538 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR107 AOF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 18,538 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 18,531 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 18,531 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 18,442 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 18,398 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 18,240 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 17,111 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 17,111 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 17,053 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 17,005 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 16,918 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 16,643 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 16,296 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 15,872 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 15,746 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 14,930 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 14,028 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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R107 AOF is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 21,203 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 R107 AOF, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R107 AOF?

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What year was R107 AOF registered?

R107 AOF is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R107 AOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R107 AOF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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