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B576 XBU

1998 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Multi-colour Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,629 mi
Last recorded9,629 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki GPZ600R35,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB576 XBU
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 9,629 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 28,687 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 28,660 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 28,120 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2011 28,120 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 1 May 2007 27,975 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight wear/freeplay in rear suspension linkage pins and bushes

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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B576 XBU is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Multi-colour with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki GPZ600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 35,262 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 B576 XBU, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ600R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B576 XBU registered?

B576 XBU is a 1998 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 16 June 1998.

Is B576 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B576 XBU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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