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Y215 GAX

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,086 mi
Last recorded49,086 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY215 GAX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 49,086 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 49,086 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 48,792 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fairings fitted limiting checks

Front mug guard damaged

Pass 28 Jan 2013 45,109 miles

rear swing arm & frame corroded

f/falks covered limiting checks

fairing fitted limiting checks

Pass 9 Jan 2012 42,685 miles

fairings fitted limiting checks

rear swing arm corroded

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2008 39,653 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 35,625 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 26,993 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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Y215 GAX 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 87.5%.

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 Y215 GAX, 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 Y215 GAX registered?

Y215 GAX is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y215 GAX safe to buy?

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