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FN03 HVS

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,507 mi
Last recorded26,507 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 HVS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 26,507 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 26,462 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 24,275 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 24,265 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 24,241 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 24,198 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 24,139 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2012 23,394 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 22,981 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 22,146 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 21,782 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 21,782 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 21,472 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 16,532 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 10,986 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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FN03 HVS is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 15,445 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 FN03 HVS, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FN03 HVS registered?

FN03 HVS is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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The MOT history for FN03 HVS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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