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R404 BMB

1997 Kawasaki GPX600R

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,023 mi
Last recorded16,023 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki GPX600R20,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 BMB
MakeKawasaki
ModelGPX600R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 16,023 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2013 16,015 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear suspension soft

Fail 22 Apr 2013 16,009 miles

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

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

rear suspension soft

Pass 27 Apr 2012 15,407 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 15,379 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 15,178 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 14,504 miles

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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R404 BMB is a 1997 Kawasaki GPX600R in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki GPX600R models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 20,317 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 GPX600R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R404 BMB, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki GPX600R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R404 BMB registered?

R404 BMB is a 1997 Kawasaki GPX600R, first registered on 21 August 1997.

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