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C142 XLM

1996 Suzuki Gsxr

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

1,497 mi
Last recorded1,497 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsxr25,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC142 XLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 1,497 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 1,488 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 804 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 195 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 187 miles

Stop lamp not working front brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 4 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 44,829 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 44,467 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 44,136 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 44,006 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 42,575 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 42,014 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 40,429 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 38,750 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 36,704 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 32,633 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 32,003 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 30,315 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr?

Based on 32,177 MOT tests across 4,401 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
823
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 258
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 118
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C142 XLM is a 1996 Suzuki Gsxr in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 25,187 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C142 XLM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C142 XLM registered?

C142 XLM is a 1996 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is C142 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C142 XLM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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