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Y163 GBD

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

45,278 mi
Last recorded45,278 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY163 GBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 45,278 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear tyre perished

Pass 9 Aug 2019 45,075 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 44,689 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 43,718 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 43,367 miles

Offside rear exhaust silencer clamp broken

Pass 18 Oct 2014 41,285 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 40,248 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 39,091 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 36,469 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2011 36,469 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 31,215 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Nov 2010 31,215 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 26,949 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 26,016 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 25,099 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 24,331 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 23,469 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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Y163 GBD is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 Y163 GBD, 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 Y163 GBD registered?

Y163 GBD is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y163 GBD safe to buy?

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