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ICZ 8759

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,375 mi
Last recorded17,375 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationICZ 8759
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 17,375 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 17,048 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 16,749 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 16,746 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2023 16,282 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 16,135 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 15,746 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 14,084 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 13,110 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 13,110 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached missing (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2017 9,102 miles

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

Rear only 50 percent of stop lamps working

Pass 15 Apr 2016 7,121 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2016 7,121 miles

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose Left hand (2.1.1a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose Right hand (2.1.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 6,906 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 5,761 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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ICZ 8759 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 80%.

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 ICZ 8759, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ICZ 8759 registered?

ICZ 8759 is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is ICZ 8759 safe to buy?

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