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B23 SDO

1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

5,892 mi
Last recorded5,892 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R39,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 SDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 5,892 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 2,966 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 2,966 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 1,013 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 192 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 193 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 460 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 450 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 153 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 60 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 60 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 3,083 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 30,677 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 29,789 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 2,707 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 2,707 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 14,699 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 14,699 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 4,059 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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B23 SDO 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 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B23 SDO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B23 SDO registered?

B23 SDO is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B23 SDO safe to buy?

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