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R201 MNV

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

17,744 mi
Last recorded17,744 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 MNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 17,744 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 16,132 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 15,023 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 13,628 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 12,864 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

slight play in rear cush drive rubbers

Pass 23 Jul 2019 12,777 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 12,620 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 12,462 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 12,088 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 11,957 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 11,957 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 11,851 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 11,751 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 11,552 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 11,365 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 11,169 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 10,974 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 10,812 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 10,436 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 10,275 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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R201 MNV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R201 MNV, 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 R201 MNV registered?

R201 MNV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R201 MNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 MNV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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