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W546 XFM

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,332 mi
Last recorded25,332 miles
Recorded on18 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW546 XFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2013 25,332 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 May 2012 24,740 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 24,633 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 24,517 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 24,394 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 24,198 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 22,806 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 May 2007 22,806 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 20,907 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 20,844 miles

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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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W546 XFM is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W546 XFM, 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 W546 XFM registered?

W546 XFM is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W546 XFM safe to buy?

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