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FG51 WKC

2001 Kawasaki Gpz

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

35,701 mi
Last recorded35,701 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki Gpz19,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 WKC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2018 35,701 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute not flashing (4.4.4 (a))

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

chain excessively tight

Pass 7 Jul 2017 35,057 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 23,474 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 20,476 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front brake slightly tight

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 17,586 miles

Rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 28 Jun 2013 17,586 miles

Rear tyre slightly perished

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 17,385 miles

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

rear tyre perished

slight knocking from front end

Pass 10 Aug 2012 17,385 miles

rear tyre perished

slight knocking from front end

Pass 11 Apr 2011 16,840 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre perished

front tyre unevenly worn

rear tyre sidewall perished and split

slight bind to rear brake

Fail 4 Apr 2011 16,839 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre perished

front tyre unevenly worn

rear tyre sidewall perished and split

slight bind to rear brake

Pass 13 Apr 2010 16,417 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre slightly perished

Fail 12 Apr 2010 16,417 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre slightly perished

rear brake travel

Pass 16 Apr 2009 14,250 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 14,249 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 12,768 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

cush drive worn

rear brake pedal travel

Fail 23 Nov 2007 12,767 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 9,038 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 23 Oct 2006 9,031 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 7 Oct 2006 8,995 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2005 7,506 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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FG51 WKC is a 2001 Kawasaki Gpz in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 19,336 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG51 WKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FG51 WKC is a 2001 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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