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WK51 FXT

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,670 mi
Last recorded18,670 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK51 FXT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 18,670 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 18,670 miles

Central Front Upper Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 18,553 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 18,553 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 17,075 miles

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

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 14,873 miles

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

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2011 14,870 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 14,784 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 14,682 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 14,681 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 14,328 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2006 14,277 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 13,882 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight 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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WK51 FXT is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WK51 FXT, 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 WK51 FXT registered?

WK51 FXT is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is WK51 FXT safe to buy?

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