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R293 NKV

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

47,584 mi
Last recorded47,584 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR293 NKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 47,584 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Slight play in rear sprocket carrier.

slight corrosion to rear frame

Pass 19 Jun 2018 39,478 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber slightly stiff in operation.

Fail 19 Jun 2018 39,478 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber slightly stiff in operation.

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2016 38,678 miles

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Slight corrosion to rear swing arm and rear structure

Fail 12 Apr 2016 38,678 miles

Direction indicator insecure right front (1.5.3b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey left hand downpipe (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Slight corrosion to rear swing arm and rear structure

securing bolt missing from front mudguard and radiator.

Fail 7 Apr 2015 31,018 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 29,467 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 29,467 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2013 27,531 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 26,670 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 23,653 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 May 2011 23,618 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

slight surface corrosion to several frame and swinging arm sections, ok at test.

Pass 29 May 2010 20,096 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2008 19,988 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 May 2007 18,537 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 18,118 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 18,115 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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
Full Kawasaki GPZ500S reliability report

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R293 NKV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NKV, 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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R293 NKV is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 20 March 1998.

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