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SA03 YVL

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,031 mi
Last recorded28,031 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 YVL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 28,031 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 27,034 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 25,784 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 25,378 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 25,378 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 25,273 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 23,543 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 21,076 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 21,044 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 20,991 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 20,878 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 20,878 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 20,554 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 16,852 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 10,610 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 10,567 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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SA03 YVL 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 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SA03 YVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA03 YVL registered?

SA03 YVL is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 10 June 2003.

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