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B165 TEC

1985 Suzuki GSXR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,223 mi
Last recorded48,223 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSXR75029,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB165 TEC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR750
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 48,223 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 48,198 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 47,687 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 47,684 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 45,440 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 45,321 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 42,000 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 41,276 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 41,270 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR750?

Based on 120,828 MOT tests across 12,545 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
12,545
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,706
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,690
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 956
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 647
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 641
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B165 TEC is a 1985 Suzuki GSXR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GSXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 29,458 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 Suzuki GSXR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B165 TEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki GSXR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B165 TEC registered?

B165 TEC is a 1985 Suzuki GSXR750, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B165 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B165 TEC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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