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C8 JXX

1999 Suzuki GSX1300R

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,759 mi
Last recorded14,759 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R23,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 JXX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 14,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed FOULING ON BOLT HEAD (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK

Fail 19 Aug 2025 14,759 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front nsf brake hose rubbing on caliper bolt

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

engine oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2020 14,674 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 14,674 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 14,700 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 14,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2005 13,193 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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C8 JXX is a 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 23,210 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 C8 JXX, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C8 JXX registered?

C8 JXX is a 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is C8 JXX safe to buy?

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