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B537 XOW

1985 Suzuki GSXR750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSXR75029,458 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB537 XOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR750
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Jul 2024

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 27 May 2015 20,891 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2015 20,891 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 19,758 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 17,733 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 13,263 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Oct 2007 13,181 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 6,050 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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B537 XOW is a 1985 Suzuki GSXR750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B537 XOW, 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 B537 XOW registered?

B537 XOW is a 1985 Suzuki GSXR750, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B537 XOW safe to buy?

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