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B771 XKN

1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,100 mi
Last recorded59,100 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R39,523 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB771 XKN
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 59,100 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 57,505 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 22 May 2014 50,818 miles

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

adv fork seal dust covers deteriated slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2013 49,261 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 49,017 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 49,004 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Clutch Grip is Slightly loose

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 26 Jul 2010 48,226 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 48,226 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 47,700 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 47,700 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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B771 XKN is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 B771 XKN, 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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B771 XKN is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 19 April 1985.

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