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R530 KDS

1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,204 mi
Last recorded24,204 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S21,203 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR530 KDS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 24,204 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 22,052 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 20,439 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 19,742 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 19,573 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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R530 KDS is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R530 KDS, 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 R530 KDS registered?

R530 KDS is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is R530 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R530 KDS shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R530 KDS have outstanding finance?

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