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GK51 OYW

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

17,052 mi
Last recorded17,052 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 OYW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 17,052 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 16,927 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 16,710 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 16,469 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Excessively aged and worn (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Side stand switch inop

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Excessively aged and worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Mar 2023 16,469 miles

Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Excessively aged and worn (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Side stand switch inop

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Excessively aged and worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 16,469 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2022 16,469 miles

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle sticks open (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 1,638 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 335 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 111 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 874 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 746 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Jan 2013
Fail 12 Jun 2008 37 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 11 Feb 2008 3 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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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GK51 OYW is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 GK51 OYW, 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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GK51 OYW is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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