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R272 NRR

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,277 mi
Last recorded60,277 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR272 NRR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 60,277 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 58,407 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 57,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

non standard exhaust silencer fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2014 56,229 miles

exhaust silencer non standard fitment

Fail 10 Oct 2014 56,224 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

exhaust silencer non standard fitment

horn tone slightly weak

ignition key/barrel sticky/worn

slight stiffness to headstock bearings

Pass 12 Jun 2013 49,779 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 40,039 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 29,418 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 21,084 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 15,300 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 14,832 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 14,652 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 14,234 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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R272 NRR is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R272 NRR, 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 R272 NRR registered?

R272 NRR is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 18 April 1998.

Is R272 NRR safe to buy?

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