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R341 EDB

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,131 mi
Last recorded18,131 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR341 EDB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2022 18,131 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 18,029 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 17,874 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 17,658 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 17,455 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 17,145 miles

headlamp converter fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2016 16,907 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 16,877 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.B1b)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 16,532 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 16,019 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 15,724 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2013 15,682 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2012 15,408 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 14,493 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 13,575 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 13,575 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 12,504 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 11,857 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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R341 EDB is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R341 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 R341 EDB registered?

R341 EDB is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R341 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R341 EDB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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