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Y126 VKX

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,058 mi
Last recorded13,058 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY126 VKX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2013 13,058 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 12,877 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 21 May 2012 11,989 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 10,429 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 9,954 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 9,100 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 8,728 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 7,193 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 6,282 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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Y126 VKX is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y126 VKX, 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 Y126 VKX registered?

Y126 VKX is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 26 July 2001.

Is Y126 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y126 VKX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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