Kawasaki GPZ 500S

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 498 cc

M603 BORMOT history

M603 BOR is a green petrol Kawasaki GPZ 500S first used on 22 Jun 1995. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 49,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
49,202 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M603 BOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
GPZ 500S
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
22 Jun 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M603 BOR was last recorded at 49,202 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,079 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
123 miles
Average per year
1,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,202 miles
  • 2025 – 49,079 miles
  • 2024 – 48,703 miles
  • 2023 – 48,495 miles
  • 2022 – 48,256 miles
  • 2020 – 48,047 miles
  • 2019 – 47,908 miles
  • 2018 – 43,613 miles
  • 2017 – 38,426 miles
  • 2016 – 32,632 miles
  • 2015 – 29,239 miles
  • 2013 – 27,954 miles
  • 2012 – 26,987 miles
  • 2011 – 25,823 miles
  • 2009 – 24,037 miles
  • 2008 – 23,351 miles
  • 2007 – 20,007 miles
  • 2006 – 18,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,202 miles
  • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil front forks (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,202 miles (+123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    49,202 miles
    Test number
    118215194743
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil front forks (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass49,079 miles (+376)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    49,079 miles
    Test number
    640542699652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,703 miles (+208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    48,703 miles
    Test number
    598794569831
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy slightly noisy exhaust (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryThe front brake is dragging slightly

  4. Pass48,495 miles (+239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    48,495 miles
    Test number
    353960885902
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass48,256 miles (+209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    48,256 miles
    Test number
    877820762863
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Baffled after market pipe fitted. (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass48,047 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    48,047 miles
    Test number
    736918749659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,908 miles (+4,295)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,908 miles
    Test number
    422141506108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    43,613 miles
    Test number
    561216751307
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  9. Fail43,613 miles (+5,187)3 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,613 miles
    Test number
    619742196292
    • DangerousBrake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
    • DangerousSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
    • DangerousSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  10. Pass38,426 miles (+5,794)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,426 miles
    Test number
    608517702068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    32,632 miles
    Test number
    634301718205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail32,632 miles (+3,393)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,632 miles
    Test number
    992406576565
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

  13. Fail29,239 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,239 miles
    Test number
    289334525023
    • Repaired at testThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteThe front forks are knocking on compression. Get them checked!

  14. Pass29,239 miles (+1,285)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    29,239 miles
    Test number
    876974325003
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteThe front forks are knocking on compression. Get them checked!

  15. Pass27,954 miles (+967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,954 miles
    Test number
    569488273178
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  16. Pass26,987 miles (+1,164)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    26,987 miles
    Test number
    788101122004
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteAdvise, drive chain is loose.

  17. Pass25,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,823 miles
    Test number
    439213501073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail25,823 miles (+1,786)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,823 miles
    Test number
    979183901098
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)

  19. Pass24,037 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,037 miles
    Test number
    714302739352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,032 miles (+681)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,032 miles
    Test number
    643735929312
    • DangerousRear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  21. Pass23,351 miles (+56)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    23,351 miles
    Test number
    332250928396
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  22. Fail23,295 miles (+3,288)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,295 miles
    Test number
    293949018355
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  23. Pass20,007 miles (+1,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    20,007 miles
    Test number
    750890327315
    • AdvisoryLower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryLower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  24. Pass18,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,033 miles
    Test number
    410877126402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail18,033 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,033 miles
    Test number
    661427226396
    • FailureFront Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Questions about M603 BOR

Does M603 BOR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M603 BOR is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on M603 BOR?
The MOT on M603 BOR is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M603 BOR done?
M603 BOR was recorded at 49,202 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 1,587 miles a year.
Has M603 BOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M603 BOR has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2018.
Has the mileage on M603 BOR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on M603 BOR find?
M603 BOR passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: shock absorber has a light misting of oil front forks.

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