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GN03 FWY

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

11,214 mi
Last recorded11,214 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 FWY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2013 11,214 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 11,214 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 11,212 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2012 11,212 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 10,941 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 10,941 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 13 Aug 2007 8,390 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 8,390 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 6,844 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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GN03 FWY is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GN03 FWY, 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 GN03 FWY registered?

GN03 FWY is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is GN03 FWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN03 FWY shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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