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Y517 GMB

2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Blue Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,484 mi
Last recorded31,484 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S15,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY517 GMB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 31,484 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small leak from join to silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both handlebar end weights missing

Pass 29 Jul 2021 29,235 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 27,013 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 24,967 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 22,548 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 20,862 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 17,667 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2015 17,267 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 16,526 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 16,526 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 15,076 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

number plate light not working

Pass 10 Jul 2012 13,583 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 13,317 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 12,816 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 16 May 2009 12,032 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 13 May 2009 12,032 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 11,568 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 4 Jun 2008 11,568 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 23 May 2007 10,228 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 7,991 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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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Y517 GMB is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Blue with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 Y517 GMB, 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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Y517 GMB is a 2001 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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