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SG52 WPD

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,760 mi
Last recorded14,760 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 WPD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 14,760 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 13,848 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 12,878 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2023 12,866 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 11,605 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 10,416 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 9,414 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 7,410 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 6,346 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 5,623 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 5,250 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 4,922 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 3,589 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 1,850 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 1,342 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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SG52 WPD is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 SG52 WPD, 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 SG52 WPD registered?

SG52 WPD is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 7 October 2002.

Is SG52 WPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG52 WPD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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