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HWV 201X

2002 Kawasaki Gpz

Red Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

44,389 mi
Last recorded44,389 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki Gpz15,333 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWV 201X
MakeKawasaki
ModelGpz
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 44,389 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 44,378 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded brake pedal (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 20 May 2015 44,092 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 43,249 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 May 2013 42,685 miles

Joint spring missing off exhaust

Cracks apearing on side walls of front tyre

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

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

Front tyre showing signs of age

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

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

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

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

Rear cush drive rubbers worn

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 1 May 2013 42,676 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Cracks apearing on side walls of front tyre

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front tyre showing signs of age

Joint spring missing off exhaust

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

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

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

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

Rear cush drive rubbers worn

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Rear luggage rack insecure liable to fall off if not attended to

Pass 6 May 2011 41,465 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

rear carrier mounting bolt missing

Fail 28 Apr 2011 41,456 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

rear carrier mounting bolt missing

Pass 23 Apr 2010 40,566 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

r/h lower rear carrier bracket missing

Fail 23 Apr 2010 40,563 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

r/h lower rear carrier bracket missing

Fail 10 Jul 2009 40,487 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 39,681 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear carrier not secure

Fail 1 Jul 2008 39,681 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

rear carrier not secure

Pass 14 Jul 2006 37,585 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gpz?

Based on 3,134 MOT tests across 398 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
612
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
398
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
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HWV 201X is a 2002 Kawasaki Gpz in Red with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki Gpz models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 15,333 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 Gpz fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HWV 201X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gpz typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki Gpz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HWV 201X registered?

HWV 201X is a 2002 Kawasaki Gpz, first registered on 6 June 2002.

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