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W586 JBW

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,519 mi
Last recorded5,519 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2011
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW586 JBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2011 5,519 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2011 5,512 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 26,519 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 25,783 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 70,499 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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W586 JBW is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 W586 JBW, 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

How do I check the history of W586 JBW?

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What year was W586 JBW registered?

W586 JBW is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 May 2000.

Is W586 JBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W586 JBW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W586 JBW have outstanding finance?

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