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LW52 BZH

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,992 mi
Last recorded16,992 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW52 BZH
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 16,992 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 16,899 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 16,708 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 16,428 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 16,277 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 16,165 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 15,623 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2017 15,207 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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 29 Oct 2015 14,003 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 11,725 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 7,214 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 May 2012 7,107 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 6,190 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 3,899 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 3,641 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 3,512 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 3,193 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 2,917 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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LW52 BZH is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 LW52 BZH, 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 LW52 BZH registered?

LW52 BZH is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is LW52 BZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW52 BZH shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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