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FN02 VEA

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,755 mi
Last recorded16,755 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN02 VEA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 16,755 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 16,719 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 16,708 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 16,660 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 15,293 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 14,155 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 14,133 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 14,133 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 11,720 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 8,472 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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FN02 VEA is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FN02 VEA, 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 FN02 VEA registered?

FN02 VEA is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is FN02 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN02 VEA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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