MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,974 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust slightly loose number two front pipe flange not attached to cylinder (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit small cross cut in the center tread (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Oil leak
front tyre condition showing signs of age ,very slight cracking in center
when cold ,slight gas leak from collector flang ,when exhaust warms it stops ,,needs tightening up
speedo drive is damaged ,cable is hanging loose,and speedo is not working
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Oil leak
front tyre condition showing signs of age ,very slight cracking in center
when cold ,slight gas leak from collector flang ,when exhaust warms it stops ,,needs tightening up
speedo drive is damaged ,cable is hanging loose,and speedo is not working
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX750?
Based on 59,366 MOT tests across 5,918 vehicles.
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B227 PLD is a 1985 Suzuki GSX750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.
Across all 1985 Suzuki GSX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 38,863 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 GSX750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,068 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B227 PLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki GSX750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki GSX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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B227 PLD is a 1985 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 12 April 1985.
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