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NK03 WVR

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

22,608 mi
Last recorded22,608 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 WVR
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 22,608 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 22,369 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 22,369 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 22,337 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 21,771 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 21,679 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 19,478 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 19,478 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

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

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 17,190 miles

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

Offside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 17,190 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Offside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 14,295 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 13,639 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 12,071 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 8,584 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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NK03 WVR is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 NK03 WVR, 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.

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What year was NK03 WVR registered?

NK03 WVR is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 20 August 2003.

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