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G717 RMW

1990 Kawasaki GPZ500

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,831 mi
Last recorded35,831 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki GPZ50032,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG717 RMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2025 35,831 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 35,480 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 35,130 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 34,775 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 34,319 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 34,027 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 33,628 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 33,358 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 32,954 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 32,553 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 32,023 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 31,648 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 31,191 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 30,891 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 30,373 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 30,022 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 29,365 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 28,716 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 28,126 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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G717 RMW is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 32,954 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G717 RMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G717 RMW registered?

G717 RMW is a 1990 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 9 March 1990.

Is G717 RMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G717 RMW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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