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W696 BVX

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,174 mi
Last recorded22,174 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW696 BVX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 22,174 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 19,948 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 19,600 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 19,600 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 19,361 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 19,359 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 19,349 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 19,348 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 19,347 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 19,347 miles

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 19,148 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 19,025 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 18,902 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 18,877 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 18,703 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 18,681 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 15,598 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 15,124 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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W696 BVX is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W696 BVX, 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 W696 BVX registered?

W696 BVX is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 March 2000.

Is W696 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W696 BVX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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