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DN02 GUK

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,263 mi
Last recorded27,263 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN02 GUK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 27,263 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 27,258 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 26,660 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 May 2018 26,660 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 24,756 miles

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 24,698 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 24,698 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 24,641 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 24,641 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 24,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2010 20,416 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 18,094 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 18,094 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 14,599 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 12,243 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 9,868 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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DN02 GUK is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 DN02 GUK, 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 DN02 GUK registered?

DN02 GUK is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 18 June 2002.

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