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R137 JSG

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,925 mi
Last recorded13,925 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR137 JSG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 13,925 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 13,355 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 12,557 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 12,518 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 12,460 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 12,432 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 12,405 miles

minor leak from exhaust joints

Pass 19 Jul 2012 12,355 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 12,295 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 12,222 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 11,971 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 10,702 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 9,891 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 8,497 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 6,653 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 6,653 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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R137 JSG is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R137 JSG, 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.

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What year was R137 JSG registered?

R137 JSG is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R137 JSG safe to buy?

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