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B820 BFJ

1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,674 mi
Last recorded52,674 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R39,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB820 BFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPZ600R
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 52,674 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 May 2024 52,661 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 16 May 2012 50,526 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 9 May 2012 50,524 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Fail 16 May 2011 46,751 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 May 2011 46,751 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 45,199 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 45,131 miles

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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B820 BFJ is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B820 BFJ, 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 B820 BFJ registered?

B820 BFJ is a 1985 Kawasaki GPZ600R, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B820 BFJ safe to buy?

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