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WX03 DHK

2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Silver Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

59,714 mi
Last recorded59,714 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,445 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 DHK
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 59,714 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2017 59,714 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 51,049 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 51,047 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 41,787 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 32,239 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2014 31,901 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 27,733 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 27,673 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 27,673 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 27,564 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 26,720 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 25,504 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 May 2010 25,504 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 21,967 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 21,966 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 18,975 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 18,975 miles

Front Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2007 15,456 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 15,456 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 11,433 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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WX03 DHK is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Silver with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 WX03 DHK, 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.

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What year was WX03 DHK registered?

WX03 DHK is a 2003 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 26 April 2003.

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