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B544 XYY

1985 Kawasaki GPZ750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,484 mi
Last recorded41,484 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ75030,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB544 XYY
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 41,484 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 41,060 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 40,625 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 40,331 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 39,732 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 39,294 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 38,836 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 38,471 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 38,470 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 38,194 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 37,870 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 37,590 miles

Rear tyre starting to crack on sidewalls

Fail 27 Jul 2009 37,590 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear tyre starting to crack on sidewalls

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 37,335 miles

CARRIER MISSING 2 BOLTS

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

Front Stop Lamp Doesn't Work

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

ALLOY BRAKE FITTINGS NOT RECCOMENDED FOR ROAD USE(PRONE TO CORROSION)

Fail 16 Jul 2008 37,322 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

CARRIER MISSING 2 BOLTS

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

Front Stop Lamp Doesn't Work

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

ALLOY BRAKE FITTINGS NOT RECCOMENDED FOR ROAD USE(PRONE TO CORROSION)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 36,961 miles

Anodised Brake Fittings NOT RECOMMENDED FOR ROAD USE

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake Light Not Working

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 4 Jun 2007 36,936 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Anodised Brake Fittings NOT RECOMMENDED FOR ROAD USE

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake Light Not Working

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 30 May 2006 36,228 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750?

Based on 4,697 MOT tests across 897 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
285
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
897
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 117
reflector on motorcycle missing 60
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
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B544 XYY is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 30,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPZ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B544 XYY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B544 XYY registered?

B544 XYY is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B544 XYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B544 XYY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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