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R588 OVT

1998 Kawasaki Gpz

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

18,139 mi
Last recorded18,139 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Gpz21,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR588 OVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 18,139 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 18,109 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 17,609 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 17,323 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 17,317 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 16,310 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Slight play in linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 15,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Slight play in linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 15,339 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 15,029 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 14,695 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 14,629 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 14,288 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 14,098 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 13,584 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 12,090 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 10,452 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2011 7,915 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 3,269 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2009 2,955 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 2,930 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 2,799 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 2,704 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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R588 OVT is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 21,389 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R588 OVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R588 OVT registered?

R588 OVT is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R588 OVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R588 OVT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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