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W441 GUM

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,475 mi
Last recorded36,475 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW441 GUM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 36,475 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 36,475 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 36,421 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 34,954 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

small cracks in sidewalls rear tyre

Fail 23 Sep 2015 34,948 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 33,860 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 33,071 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 32,137 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 32,120 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 29,018 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 28,762 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 27,099 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 26,078 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 23,167 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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W441 GUM is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 W441 GUM, 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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W441 GUM is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 26 May 2000.

Is W441 GUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W441 GUM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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