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S309 EVK

1998 Kawasaki Gpz

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,633 mi
Last recorded27,633 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Gpz21,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS309 EVK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 27,633 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2025 27,633 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 26,498 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 25,007 miles

Front tyre very small cracks in tyre tread

Pass 12 Jul 2022 24,065 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 24,030 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 23,080 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Aug 2020 23,080 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Feb 2015 23,567 miles

rear swinging arm corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2013 23,243 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 22,398 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 22,396 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 22,299 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 21,868 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 21,849 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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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S309 EVK is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S309 EVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S309 EVK registered?

S309 EVK is a 1998 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is S309 EVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S309 EVK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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