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R293 EDB

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,541 mi
Last recorded28,541 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR293 EDB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 28,541 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 27,944 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 26,522 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2012 23,879 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 23,576 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 17,291 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 17,291 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 17,281 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 16,614 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 16,229 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 15,292 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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R293 EDB is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R293 EDB, 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 R293 EDB registered?

R293 EDB is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R293 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R293 EDB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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