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WR03 XGZ

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,642 mi
Last recorded14,642 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR03 XGZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 14,642 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jul 2015 14,642 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 12,593 miles

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

right handlebar loose

Pass 19 Jul 2013 10,672 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 10,672 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

drive chain worn

Pass 31 Jul 2012 9,830 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 9,830 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 9,566 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 9,010 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 8,331 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 8,325 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2008 8,199 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 7,517 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 5,507 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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WR03 XGZ is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 15,445 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 WR03 XGZ, 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 23 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 WR03 XGZ registered?

WR03 XGZ is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 26 July 2003.

Is WR03 XGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR03 XGZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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