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PK02 UJS

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

28,856 mi
Last recorded28,856 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK02 UJS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 28,856 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2021 28,831 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2020 26,904 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 26,895 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 26,579 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 26,571 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 24,016 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,498 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 20,494 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 17,942 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 14,585 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 14,585 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 13,996 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 11,784 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 7,957 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 7,957 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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PK02 UJS is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 16,581 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 PK02 UJS, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PK02 UJS registered?

PK02 UJS is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is PK02 UJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK02 UJS shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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