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R501 MHC

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,007 mi
Last recorded26,007 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR501 MHC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2013 26,007 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 20,562 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 20,506 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 20,489 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 20,404 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 20,749 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 20,749 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 19,809 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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R501 MHC is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R501 MHC, 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

How do I check the history of R501 MHC?

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What year was R501 MHC registered?

R501 MHC is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R501 MHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R501 MHC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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