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R183 GKO

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,713 mi
Last recorded23,713 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2009
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR183 GKO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2009 23,713 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 21,790 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 19,892 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

R/h handlebar bent. Recommend replacement.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Throttle sticking on r/h lock. Probably due to bent handlebar.

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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R183 GKO is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R183 GKO, 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

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What year was R183 GKO registered?

R183 GKO is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 18 April 1998.

Is R183 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R183 GKO shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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