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B44 XBP

1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

50,382 mi
Last recorded50,382 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R39,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB44 XBP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 50,382 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 50,213 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 50,161 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 50,039 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 50,029 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket excessively corroded Cracked (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 49,655 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 49,626 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 49,345 miles

Front tyre is slightly perrished on the right sidewall.

Fail 13 Jan 2015 49,345 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front tyre is slightly perrished on the right sidewall.

Pass 1 Feb 2014 48,943 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 Mar 2013 48,936 miles

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 48,769 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

front tyre low on tread

Fail 1 Sep 2010 48,234 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

indicators not flashing as fast as normal.

side stand mount loose.

Pass 1 Sep 2010 48,234 miles

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

indicators not flashing as fast as normal.

side stand mount loose.

Pass 1 Aug 2009 47,904 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 47,353 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 46,668 miles

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

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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B44 XBP is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 B44 XBP, 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 B44 XBP registered?

B44 XBP is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 21 June 1985.

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The MOT history for B44 XBP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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