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R653 RWN

1998 Kawasaki Gpz

Purple Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

33,713 mi
Last recorded33,713 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Gpz21,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR653 RWN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 33,713 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 32,630 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 31,067 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly stiff when steering is raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 30,920 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Movement from left hand lock to right hand slightly stiff. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2021 30,360 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT + REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 30,336 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT + REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 28,865 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 28,865 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 28,201 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SWING ARM (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 21,390 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 21,388 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 19 May 2015 21,388 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 May 2014 21,118 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 19,627 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 May 2013 19,627 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 18,621 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 15,652 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 13,473 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 13,190 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 12,430 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 11,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R653 RWN is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz in Purple with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R653 RWN, 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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R653 RWN is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 17 April 1998.

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