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W696 PBB

2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

12,591 mi
Last recorded12,591 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S18,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW696 PBB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 12,591 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 11,458 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 10,898 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 10,573 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 10,083 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 9,382 miles

Anodized banjo not recommended for road use.

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

Pass 31 May 2011 8,586 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 5,717 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 5,066 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2009 5,066 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 3,923 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 3,896 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 PBB is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 PBB, 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 W696 PBB registered?

W696 PBB is a 2000 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 23 March 2000.

Is W696 PBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W696 PBB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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