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V73 EHW

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

13,799 mi
Last recorded13,799 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV73 EHW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 13,799 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 13,799 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 11,070 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 9,507 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2011 9,417 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2010 9,263 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 11 May 2010 9,263 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 5 May 2009 9,039 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2008 8,863 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 May 2007 8,357 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2006 7,681 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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V73 EHW is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 V73 EHW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V73 EHW registered?

V73 EHW is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 February 2000.

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