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RK51 LWS

2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,978 mi
Last recorded18,978 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S16,581 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 LWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ500S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 18,978 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 18,133 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 17,789 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Jun 2010 17,789 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 17,324 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 17,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Nov 2007 16,581 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 16,581 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 14,981 miles

Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Fail 24 Oct 2006 14,981 miles

Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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RK51 LWS is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 16,581 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 RK51 LWS, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ500S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK51 LWS registered?

RK51 LWS is a 2002 Kawasaki GPZ500S, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is RK51 LWS safe to buy?

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