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V140 LGW

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,055 mi
Last recorded97,055 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2008
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV140 LGW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2008 97,055 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 97,055 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

chrome worn off n/s fork leg which may damage oil seal

Pass 19 Apr 2007 85,790 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 85,790 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 72,262 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 72,262 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Handlebar fractured (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

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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V140 LGW is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 18,498 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 V140 LGW, 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 26 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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V140 LGW is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 18 January 2000.

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