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W233 TRP

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

39,456 mi
Last recorded39,456 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW233 TRP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 39,456 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose rear cush drive has slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 39,456 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose rear cush drive has slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 37,817 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 34,762 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 33,303 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 32,285 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 31,042 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 31,038 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear rear cush drive rubbers worn.

Pass 24 Jul 2018 30,226 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 26,592 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 26,549 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 26,205 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 26,195 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 25,592 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 24,577 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 23,737 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 23,006 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 23,006 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 21,862 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 19,917 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 17,912 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 15,846 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 14,026 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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W233 TRP is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 W233 TRP, 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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What year was W233 TRP registered?

W233 TRP is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 20 July 2000.

Is W233 TRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W233 TRP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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