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GK03 EXP

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,676 mi
Last recorded29,676 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 EXP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 29,676 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 28,220 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2018 28,220 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 26,056 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 26,055 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 24,219 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 24,219 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 4 Aug 2012 22,668 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 22,668 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 20,425 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2010 18,958 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 18,958 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 17,621 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 14,260 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 10,087 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 6,101 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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GK03 EXP is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GK03 EXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK03 EXP registered?

GK03 EXP is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 3 July 2003.

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