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HF03 JMU

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

12,370 mi
Last recorded12,370 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 JMU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 12,370 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 9,604 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 9,604 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 9,156 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 9,156 miles

Offside Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 7,785 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 6,833 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 6,833 miles

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

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 JMU is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HF03 JMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF03 JMU registered?

HF03 JMU is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 3 May 2003.

Is HF03 JMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 JMU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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