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W118 PFB

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,025 mi
Last recorded21,025 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW118 PFB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 21,025 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 20,359 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 19,733 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 19,586 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 19,585 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 18,639 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 18,551 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 18,394 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 18,352 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 18,302 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 18,270 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 18,239 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 18,067 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 17,949 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 17,547 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 17,394 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 16,949 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 15,711 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 14,144 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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W118 PFB is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 W118 PFB, 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 W118 PFB registered?

W118 PFB is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 7 April 2000.

Is W118 PFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W118 PFB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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