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CX52 VCE

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

11,814 mi
Last recorded11,814 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 VCE
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 11,814 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 11,645 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 11,452 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 11,294 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 10,775 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 10,675 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 10,426 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 9,767 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 8,954 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 8,248 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 7,495 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 7,004 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 6,327 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 6,327 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 May 2012 6,298 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 May 2011 6,258 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 6,227 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 6,078 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2007 6,033 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 5,719 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 VCE is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VCE, 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.

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What year was CX52 VCE registered?

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

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