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R295 HNA

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

31,990 mi
Last recorded31,990 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR295 HNA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 31,990 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 31,427 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 30,909 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 30,592 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 30,453 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 30,061 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 29,699 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 29,525 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 28,767 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 28,348 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 27,602 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 27,082 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 26,756 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 26,722 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 26,705 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 26,696 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 26,479 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 26,389 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 26,339 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 26,187 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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R295 HNA is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black 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 R295 HNA, 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 R295 HNA registered?

R295 HNA is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R295 HNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R295 HNA 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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