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R404 DVR

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

29,176 mi
Last recorded29,176 miles
Recorded on8 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 DVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2021 29,176 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 27,886 miles

surface cracks in between tyre treads

Pass 12 Jun 2018 23,958 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 20,395 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 15,724 miles

SURFACE CRACKS BETWEEN TREAD ON REAR TYRE

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 11,174 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 11,174 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 May 2014 7,625 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 29 May 2013 6,825 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 24 May 2012 6,129 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

continental headlamp beam temporarily masked to conform to UK regs

Fail 24 May 2012 6,129 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

continental headlamp beam temporarily masked to conform to UK regs

Pass 24 Jun 2011 5,122 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 5,117 miles

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

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 4,388 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 2,249 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 May 2006 937 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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R404 DVR is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R404 DVR, 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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What year was R404 DVR registered?

R404 DVR is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R404 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 DVR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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