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R454 RJB

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,006 mi
Last recorded11,006 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR454 RJB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2024 11,006 miles

Rear Slight cracking of rubber on side walls.

Pass 29 Jul 2023 10,984 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 10,796 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 10,794 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 10,787 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 10,720 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 10,665 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 10,423 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 9,954 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 8,971 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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R454 RJB is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R454 RJB, 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 R454 RJB registered?

R454 RJB is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R454 RJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R454 RJB shows 10 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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