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CX52 VAV

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,643 mi
Last recorded30,643 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 VAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 30,643 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2024 27,115 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2024 27,105 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 26,791 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 26,791 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 25,205 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 24,237 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 23,182 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 21,839 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 14 Feb 2019 21,823 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 19,234 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2007 9,108 miles

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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CX52 VAV is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 16,581 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 CX52 VAV, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX52 VAV registered?

CX52 VAV is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is CX52 VAV safe to buy?

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