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AU03 KGA

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,820 mi
Last recorded32,820 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 KGA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 32,820 miles

Offside handlebar slightly deformed

Fail 20 Jul 2017 32,820 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute both rear (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside handlebar slightly deformed

Pass 22 Sep 2015 32,287 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2015 32,287 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 21,952 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 21,925 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Chain guard rubbing on rear wheel

Pass 12 Jun 2013 19,803 miles

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

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

Fail 17 May 2012 15,504 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2012 15,504 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 13,661 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 13,139 miles

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 May 2009 12,099 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 12,083 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2008 11,877 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 10,383 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 10,358 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?

Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
713
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
3,191
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 403
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 383
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 364
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 318
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 302
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AU03 KGA is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 15,445 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 GPZ500S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 403 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU03 KGA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500S typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AU03 KGA is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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