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Y443 HGJ

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,163 mi
Last recorded14,163 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY443 HGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2013 14,163 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 11,923 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 10,180 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 10,180 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 7,827 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 6,505 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 6,505 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 3,341 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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Y443 HGJ is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y443 HGJ, 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 Y443 HGJ registered?

Y443 HGJ is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 17 August 2001.

Is Y443 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y443 HGJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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