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SP03 CVA

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

22,427 mi
Last recorded22,427 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 CVA
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 22,427 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 30,342 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 28,979 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 28,948 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 26,258 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 26,114 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 24,068 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 24,068 miles

Centre Rear Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 20,360 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 10,264 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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SP03 CVA is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SP03 CVA, 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 SP03 CVA registered?

SP03 CVA is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 7 April 2003.

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