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WA51 GEK

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

35,195 mi
Last recorded35,195 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 GEK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2010 35,195 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 35,195 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Sep 2009 31,166 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 27,549 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 27,549 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 4 Sep 2007 23,727 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2007 23,727 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2006 19,175 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 19,141 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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WA51 GEK is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 15,200 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 WA51 GEK, 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 25 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 WA51 GEK registered?

WA51 GEK is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is WA51 GEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 GEK shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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