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LAZ 1170

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

45,938 mi
Last recorded45,938 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ50017,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAZ 1170
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 45,938 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 45,938 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both front forks leaking badly (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick rear pads less than 1mm remaining ie bare metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering wheels are not aligned front to rear poss adjustment to rear wheel adjustment (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front brake pads close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

bottom shock bush has slight play

drive chain slightly worn and unlubed

exhaust blowing on downpipe connections

Pass 29 Mar 2018 41,682 miles

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

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 41,492 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1 MM (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively starting to seize (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Mar 2017 41,481 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel tank leaking from tap (7.2.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation split (4.1.2c)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1 MM (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively starting to seize (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Mar 2016 39,196 miles

Corrosion On Rear Shock

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 33,504 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 33,102 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 May 2014 33,102 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 31,432 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 30,151 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 30,151 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 23,414 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 22,600 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 22,315 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 22,058 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 21,878 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500?

Based on 2,643 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 50
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
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LAZ 1170 is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 17,887 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAZ 1170, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LAZ 1170 registered?

LAZ 1170 is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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