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HF51 MUY

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,892 mi
Last recorded21,892 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 MUY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 21,892 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 21,891 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 20,325 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 12,965 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 12,903 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 12,625 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 12,625 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 11,788 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 11,788 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 8,871 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2011 8,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2010 7,670 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 7,661 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 7,438 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 6,422 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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HF51 MUY is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 15,200 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 HF51 MUY, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HF51 MUY registered?

HF51 MUY is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is HF51 MUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 MUY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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