Suzuki Gsxr 750 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki Gsxr 750 car check
Is the Suzuki Gsxr 750 reliable? We analysed 2,300 real MOT tests across 308 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Gsxr 750 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Gsxr 750.
Suzuki Gsxr 750 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gsxr 750. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Gsxr 750 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Gsxr 750 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Gsxr 750 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Gsxr 750 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Gsxr 750 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gsxr 750 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Gsxr 750 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gsxr 750 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 80 | 83.8% | 5,633 | 9,781 | 12,686 |
| 2008 | 104 | 87.5% | 6,037 | 10,613 | 14,270 |
| 2007 | 124 | 87.1% | 7,398 | 11,572 | 15,207 |
| 2006 | 82 | 86.6% | 6,466 | 12,737 | 22,390 |
| 2000 | 81 | 76.5% | 18,308 | 23,032 | 28,104 |
| 1999 | 143 | 81.1% | 14,167 | 21,985 | 30,802 |
| 1998 | 79 | 79.7% | 26,180 | 34,083 | 40,847 |
| 1997 | 244 | 84.0% | 20,116 | 26,134 | 33,010 |
| 1996 | 268 | 81.3% | 20,733 | 24,781 | 28,446 |
| 1995 | 61 | 83.6% | 18,180 | 25,300 | 32,034 |
| 1994 | 93 | 80.6% | 16,591 | 28,623 | 33,342 |
| 1993 | 78 | 84.6% | 18,457 | 23,849 | 32,410 |
| 1992 | 85 | 81.2% | 23,599 | 33,631 | 43,473 |
| 1991 | 94 | 84.0% | 23,993 | 30,228 | 39,610 |
| 1990 | 174 | 79.9% | 15,300 | 33,301 | 43,545 |
| 1988 | 119 | 85.7% | 18,022 | 28,722 | 48,725 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Gsxr 750 Last?
Based on 308 Suzuki Gsxr 750 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Gsxr 750 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gsxr 750 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Gsxr 750
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.5% MOT pass rate from 104 tests
76.5% MOT pass rate from 81 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsxr 750 is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.5% across 104 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Gsxr 750 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Gsxr 750 THIS CAR | 83.1% | 2,300 | 23,730 mi | 38 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Eunos Roadster | 70.5% | 3,940 | 133,647 mi | 36 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gsxr 750 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki Gsxr 750Should you buy a used Suzuki Gsxr 750?
The Suzuki Gsxr 750 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.1% across 2,300 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Gsxr 750 are reflector on motorcycle missing (28 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (25), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (21). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki Gsxr 750 owner drives around 643 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Gsxr 750 models stay on UK roads for around 38 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.