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P659 PYX

1996 Kawasaki GPX600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

16,650 mi
Last recorded16,650 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki GPX600R19,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP659 PYX
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX600R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 16,650 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 15,588 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 14,267 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 13,706 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside LH HANDLEBAR GRIP IS SLIGHTLY INSECURE.

Rear REAR TYRE IS SLIGHTLY PERISHED.

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 12,953 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear REAR TYRE IS SLIGHTLY PERISHED.

Pass 22 Apr 2020 12,416 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

REAR TYRE IS SLIGHTLY PERISHED.

Pass 24 Oct 2018 11,974 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 11,816 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 11,294 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 11,228 miles

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

Bike has small oil leak.

Fail 5 Sep 2015 11,228 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Bike has small oil leak.

Pass 20 Aug 2012 11,219 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 11,210 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 11,203 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 11,159 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 11,083 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 11,033 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 11,033 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 10,456 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2005 10,454 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain also in need of lubrication

Front tyre pressure low

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki GPX600R?

Based on 4,142 MOT tests across 734 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 141
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 101
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Throttle operating incorrectly 38
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P659 PYX is a 1996 Kawasaki GPX600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki GPX600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 19,995 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki GPX600R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P659 PYX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki GPX600R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki GPX600R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P659 PYX registered?

P659 PYX is a 1996 Kawasaki GPX600R, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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