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B585 DGP

1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R

Green Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

36,933 mi
Last recorded36,933 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R45,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB585 DGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ750R
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 36,933 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 36,391 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 35,547 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 34,151 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 33,094 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 31,639 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 31,595 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 29,886 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 May 2013 27,336 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 May 2012 25,781 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2012 25,781 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 24,708 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 22,695 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPZ750R?

Based on 922 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
350
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Horn not working 8
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B585 DGP is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R in Green with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 45,556 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 GPZ750R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B585 DGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPZ750R typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki GPZ750R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B585 DGP registered?

B585 DGP is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750R, first registered on 9 May 1985.

Is B585 DGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B585 DGP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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