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R404 KUF

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,966 mi
Last recorded27,966 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 KUF
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 27,966 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 27,945 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside exhaust has temp repair

Pass 18 Jun 2021 27,912 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 27,905 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 27,882 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 27,875 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 27,781 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 26,583 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 23,703 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Aug 2014 20,209 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

no plate lamp not working

Pass 19 Aug 2013 19,249 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 18,299 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

headlamp aim on low limit

Pass 27 May 2011 15,720 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 15,719 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 15,664 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 KUF is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KUF, 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 KUF registered?

R404 KUF is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R404 KUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 KUF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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