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BT06 VDR

2006 Suzuki GSX1300R

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,173 mi
Last recorded59,173 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R16,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT06 VDR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 59,173 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 58,305 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 57,982 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 57,488 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 57,161 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 56,748 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2020 56,748 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 55,235 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 52,887 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 46,510 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 46,503 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2016 39,310 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2015 32,158 miles

Centre Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2014 27,074 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 22,573 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2012 17,033 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 11,587 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 9,756 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 9,756 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1300R?

Based on 57,093 MOT tests across 4,985 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
822
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
4,985
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 788
wheel bearings have excessive free play 431
wheel bearings are excessively rough 327
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 300
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 283
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BT06 VDR is a 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 16,498 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 GSX1300R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT06 VDR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1300R typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT06 VDR registered?

BT06 VDR is a 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 17 June 2006.

Is BT06 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT06 VDR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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