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KU02 WZB

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,359 mi
Last recorded28,359 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU02 WZB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 28,359 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 28,359 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 28,257 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 27,854 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 27,381 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 May 2018 27,381 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 26,203 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 23,124 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 19,744 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 17,184 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 15,976 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 14,487 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 14,318 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 13,978 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2009 13,978 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 13,405 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 11,433 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 9,560 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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KU02 WZB is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 KU02 WZB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU02 WZB registered?

KU02 WZB is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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The MOT history for KU02 WZB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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