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GX02 OKH

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

37,800 mi
Last recorded37,800 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 OKH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 37,800 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 37,794 miles

Central Front Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 37,449 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 36,654 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 35,611 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 6 Apr 2019 35,611 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 25,554 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 35,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 35,241 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front n/s indicator insecure

Fail 25 Apr 2016 35,241 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

front n/s indicator insecure

Pass 20 May 2015 34,714 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Repair made to O/S exhaust

Fail 1 Aug 2013 33,238 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 33,238 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 31,098 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 30,106 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 28,208 miles

Front tyre has cuts in the tread, due to perishing of the rubber

Fail 25 Jun 2009 26,827 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 26,827 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 26,408 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 22,563 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 20,246 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 19,339 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 19,339 miles

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

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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GX02 OKH is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GX02 OKH, 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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GX02 OKH is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 15 April 2002.

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