MOT Status
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17,052 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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))
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))
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))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))
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))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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What year was GK51 OYW registered?
GK51 OYW is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 February 2002.
Is GK51 OYW safe to buy?
The MOT history for GK51 OYW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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