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KC03 OMM

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,258 mi
Last recorded29,258 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC03 OMM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 29,258 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 28,353 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 27,547 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 26,753 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 26,045 miles
Pass 3 May 2010 24,832 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 20,279 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 20,279 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 21,702 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 21,702 miles

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

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 14 Sep 2007 17,224 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 17,224 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 10,717 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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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KC03 OMM is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KC03 OMM, 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 KC03 OMM registered?

KC03 OMM is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 5 August 2003.

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