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B696 DGT

1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Blue Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,539 mi
Last recorded74,539 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2006
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R39,523 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB696 DGT
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2006 74,539 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 74,336 miles

Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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B696 DGT is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Blue with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 B696 DGT, 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 B696 DGT registered?

B696 DGT is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B696 DGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B696 DGT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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