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MX53 FVZ

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,106 mi
Last recorded21,106 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ50017,887 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 FVZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 21,106 miles

sections of frame are heavily corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2014 20,666 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 20,647 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 16,493 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 15,113 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 16 Jun 2010 15,113 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 14,969 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

numberplate light inop

Pass 5 Sep 2007 10,952 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 10,952 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 7,439 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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MX53 FVZ is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MX53 FVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX53 FVZ registered?

MX53 FVZ is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is MX53 FVZ safe to buy?

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