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KP51 TVZ

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,145 mi
Last recorded45,145 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP51 TVZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 45,145 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 45,063 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 41,495 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2015 41,495 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 35,023 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 28,529 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 25,762 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 25,180 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 22,414 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 20,084 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 18,066 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Jun 2009 18,050 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 17,258 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 15,631 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 12,658 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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KP51 TVZ is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 16,581 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KP51 TVZ, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KP51 TVZ registered?

KP51 TVZ is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 4 February 2002.

Is KP51 TVZ safe to buy?

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