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S6 KHP

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

8,217 mi
Last recorded8,217 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS6 KHP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 8,217 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 8,154 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 7,971 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 6,969 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 6,764 miles

Rear brake fluid low.

Fail 10 Feb 2022 6,764 miles

Rear brake fluid low.

Stop lamp not working Front brake switch was not connected. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 5,842 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 5,687 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 5,678 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 5,669 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 5,665 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 5,665 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 5,634 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 5,634 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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S6 KHP is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 15,200 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 S6 KHP, 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 25 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 S6 KHP registered?

S6 KHP is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 10 November 2001.

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The MOT history for S6 KHP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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