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SP03 KFV

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,970 mi
Last recorded11,970 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2010
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 KFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2010 11,970 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 7,927 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 6,431 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 5,725 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 4,357 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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SP03 KFV is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KFV, 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.

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What year was SP03 KFV registered?

SP03 KFV is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 6 August 2003.

Is SP03 KFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 KFV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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