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B233 TLJ

1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

49,994 mi
Last recorded49,994 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R39,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB233 TLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 49,994 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 49,576 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 49,336 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2022 49,245 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 48,959 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 48,910 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 48,875 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 48,451 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 48,239 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 47,913 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 47,785 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 47,548 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 46,911 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 46,106 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2009 45,226 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 45,189 miles

Rear Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Pass 16 May 2008 43,142 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2007 40,718 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2006 39,119 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ600R?

Based on 4,746 MOT tests across 988 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
468
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
988
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 163
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 81
reflector on motorcycle missing 69
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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B233 TLJ is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 39,523 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ600R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 163 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B233 TLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ600R typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B233 TLJ registered?

B233 TLJ is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 25 May 1985.

Is B233 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B233 TLJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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