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W581 DWY

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,701 mi
Last recorded21,701 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2009
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW581 DWY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2009 21,701 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 19,596 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 16,567 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 16,567 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 12,876 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 12,822 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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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W581 DWY is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W581 DWY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W581 DWY registered?

W581 DWY is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 21 June 2000.

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The MOT history for W581 DWY shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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