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GK52 OFX

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,139 mi
Last recorded24,139 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 OFX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 24,139 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 21,802 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 19,666 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 19,666 miles

Brake performance not tested front brake locked (3.3)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 17,328 miles

number plate light n/w

Fail 29 Jun 2015 17,328 miles

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

number plate light n/w

Pass 27 Jun 2014 11,636 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2013 7,910 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 6,864 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 6,864 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2011 4,466 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 3,945 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 3,945 miles

Front Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 3,933 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 3,687 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2005 3,621 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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GK52 OFX is a 2002 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 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 GK52 OFX, 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 GK52 OFX registered?

GK52 OFX is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 7 November 2002.

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