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W453 FOW

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,708 mi
Last recorded51,708 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW453 FOW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 51,708 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 51,377 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 50,756 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 50,756 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 27,006 miles

Rear brake disc has slight run out

Pass 20 Sep 2017 22,094 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 17,498 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 17,473 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 17,408 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 16,397 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 15,613 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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W453 FOW is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W453 FOW, 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 W453 FOW registered?

W453 FOW is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 July 2000.

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