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GN04 VYC

2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,889 mi
Last recorded46,889 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S13,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 VYC
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 46,889 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 46,462 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 46,462 miles

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 46,203 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 45,696 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 44,800 miles

Exhaust header clamps broken but no major leak of exhaust gases

Front brake lever beginning to seize

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Throttle beginning to seize

Fail 15 Dec 2018 44,800 miles

Exhaust header clamps broken but no major leak of exhaust gases

Front brake lever beginning to seize

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Throttle beginning to seize

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 43,419 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 36,830 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

front brake lever has slight travel

Pass 29 Sep 2014 29,031 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 23,877 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 23,877 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 20,880 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 20,880 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 14,593 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 7,807 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 7,578 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 7,475 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 7,070 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 7,069 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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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GN04 VYC is a 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 13,651 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 GN04 VYC, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN04 VYC?

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What year was GN04 VYC registered?

GN04 VYC is a 2004 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 5 June 2004.

Is GN04 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN04 VYC shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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