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NX53 CZO

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,882 mi
Last recorded38,882 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 CZO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 38,882 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 35,913 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 35,913 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 31,988 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 26,933 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 24,430 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 24,426 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 22,933 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 21,648 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 21,395 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 21,395 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 6,443 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 5,714 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Apr 2009 5,714 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 4,317 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 629 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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NX53 CZO is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NX53 CZO, 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 NX53 CZO registered?

NX53 CZO is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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