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R304 TFL

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2014
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,430 mi
Last recorded8,430 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 TFL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2013 8,430 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 7,492 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 5,330 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 5,301 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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R304 TFL is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R304 TFL, 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 R304 TFL registered?

R304 TFL is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 13 July 1998.

Is R304 TFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R304 TFL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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