Kawasaki GPZ500S

Green · Petrol · 1992 · 498 cc

K87 KFMMOT history

K87 KFM is a green petrol Kawasaki GPZ500S first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 4 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 36,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jun 2026
Mileage
36,069 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K87 KFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
GPZ500S
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K87 KFM was last recorded at 36,069 miles on 5 Jun 2025, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,016 miles · 13 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,069 miles
  • 2024 – 36,016 miles
  • 2022 – 36,016 miles
  • 2020 – 35,512 miles
  • 2018 – 34,435 miles
  • 2017 – 32,801 miles
  • 2016 – 32,762 miles
  • 2015 – 32,249 miles
  • 2014 – 31,826 miles
  • 2012 – 30,912 miles
  • 2011 – 30,406 miles
  • 2010 – 30,381 miles
  • 2009 – 30,354 miles
  • 2008 – 30,259 miles
  • 2007 – 30,189 miles
  • 2006 – 30,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,069 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,069 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    36,069 miles
    Test number
    166888415054
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass36,016 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    36,016 miles
    Test number
    420031634469
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Fail36,016 miles (+504)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,016 miles
    Test number
    836295986020
    • DangerousTyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Front & rear tyres perished due to old age (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDrive chain worn to excess Chain & sprockets worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorFuel hose damaged Fuel hoses perished (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion of swingarm & rear linkage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass35,512 miles (+1,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    35,512 miles
    Test number
    416865444389
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear swing arm corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  5. Pass34,435 miles (+1,634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    34,435 miles
    Test number
    826516175782
    • AdvisoryBrake drum worn, but not excessively Rear brake drum slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  6. Pass32,801 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    32,801 miles
    Test number
    799881807074
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  7. Pass32,762 miles (+513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32,762 miles
    Test number
    154155586714
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  8. Pass32,249 miles (+423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,249 miles
    Test number
    757251265066
    • AdvisoryFront Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  9. Pass31,826 miles (+914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    275211484004
    • AdvisoryLower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  10. Pass30,912 miles (+506)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    30,912 miles
    Test number
    589506272200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,406 miles (+25)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,406 miles
    Test number
    765144161234
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake disc
    • NoteSlight play in rear mono-shock bushes

  12. Pass30,381 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,381 miles
    Test number
    752515360260
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  13. Pass30,354 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,354 miles
    Test number
    593109069215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,336 miles (+77)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,336 miles
    Test number
    941537559284
    • FailureRear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

  15. Pass30,259 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,259 miles
    Test number
    400443758249
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  16. Pass30,189 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    30,189 miles
    Test number
    410515557292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,001 miles
    Test number
    770209456222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K87 KFM

Does K87 KFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K87 KFM expired on 4 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K87 KFM?
The MOT on K87 KFM expired on 4 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K87 KFM done?
K87 KFM was recorded at 36,069 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2025, an average of 324 miles a year.
Has K87 KFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K87 KFM has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on K87 KFM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K87 KFM find?
K87 KFM passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: exhaust noisy.

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