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KX51 FHS

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

47,639 mi
Last recorded47,639 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 FHS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 47,639 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 47,639 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 46,969 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 45,926 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 40,977 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn down to 1.6mm (tyre also cracking/perishing and has various small cuts) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Feb 2022 40,958 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose drive chain also slightly worn. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn down to 1.6mm (tyre also cracking/perishing and has various small cuts) (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 38,737 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

exhaust stud cross threaded

Pass 9 Jul 2019 36,436 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 36,307 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 35,486 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 34,575 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 34,573 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 33,760 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 30,594 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 30,594 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 24,665 miles

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

tyres low

Fail 4 Aug 2009 24,665 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

tyres low

Pass 28 Jul 2008 24,663 miles

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

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 24,638 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 24,638 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 Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2006 16,268 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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KX51 FHS is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KX51 FHS, 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.

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What year was KX51 FHS registered?

KX51 FHS is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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