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B566 XOW

1997 Suzuki GSXR750

Bronze Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

783 mi
Last recorded783 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR75025,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB566 XOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR750
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 783 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2012

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

O.S.F footrest mounting cracked.

Fail 4 Sep 2012

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

O.S.F footrest mounting cracked.

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 2,646 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

chain spring link loose; spring link not recomended for road use

front brake slightly spongy; bleed os inner nipple

horn switch sticky

rear brake hose has alloy unions; not recommended for road use

rear brake light switch sticky

Pass 17 Aug 2010 2,646 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

chain spring link loose; spring link not recomended for road use

front brake slightly spongy; bleed os inner nipple

horn switch sticky

rear brake hose has alloy unions; not recommended for road use

rear brake light switch sticky

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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B566 XOW is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR750 in Bronze with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 25,225 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 B566 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GSXR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B566 XOW registered?

B566 XOW is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR750, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is B566 XOW safe to buy?

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