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HF03 JKY

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,932 mi
Last recorded30,932 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 JKY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 30,932 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 30,699 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 30,401 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 30,217 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 29,574 miles

Exhaust on noisy side

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Squeal from rear brake

Pass 17 Jan 2017 29,574 miles

Exhaust boxes on noisy side

Pass 16 Nov 2013 29,572 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Speedo drive not located in correct position.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 29,251 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2011 29,176 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 28,543 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 27,430 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 23,292 miles

1) Rear brake pads low.

Pass 26 Jun 2007 14,951 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 12,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 12,802 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 9,911 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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HF03 JKY is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HF03 JKY, 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 HF03 JKY registered?

HF03 JKY is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 March 2003.

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