MOT Status
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39,683 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Cushion drive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls no illumination when front brake applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
rear grab rail slightly loose
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ500S?
Based on 24,333 MOT tests across 3,191 vehicles.
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W518 TVV 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 84.2%.
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 W518 TVV, 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 W518 TVV registered?
W518 TVV is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 5 August 2000.
Is W518 TVV safe to buy?
The MOT history for W518 TVV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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