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X162 HLT

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,229 mi
Last recorded57,229 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX162 HLT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2015 57,229 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

chaine gard fouling frame

Fail 16 Mar 2015 57,229 miles

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 54,981 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 54,981 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2012 50,812 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

clutch lever pivot slighty worn

Fail 7 Jul 2012 50,812 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

clutch lever pivot slighty worn

Pass 2 Dec 2008 48,951 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Dec 2008 48,950 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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X162 HLT is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 X162 HLT, 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.

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What year was X162 HLT registered?

X162 HLT is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 8 February 2001.

Is X162 HLT safe to buy?

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