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DS55 LDK

2006 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,898 mi
Last recorded49,898 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS55 LDK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 49,898 miles

Central Rear Lower Coolant leak

Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when engine is running (after market LED type fitted)

Fail 3 Jul 2026 49,869 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Suspected wiring issue (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose Sprocket hub rubbers excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play Sprocket carrier (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released After market lever not deactiviating brake switch fully (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Lower Coolant leak

Nearside Front Clutch lever pivot bush worn/missing (after market type levers fitted)

Pass 16 Sep 2023 49,842 miles

Offside Front Head light lens is cracked but light output not affected.

Pass 10 Sep 2022 49,776 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 49,590 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 49,229 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 49,227 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 48,956 miles

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

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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DS55 LDK is a 2006 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DS55 LDK, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS55 LDK registered?

DS55 LDK is a 2006 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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