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D278 UHJ

1987 Suzuki GSXR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,063 mi
Last recorded55,063 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2006
Typical for 1987 Suzuki GSXR75036,054 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD278 UHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR750
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2006 55,063 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 55,063 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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D278 UHJ is a 1987 Suzuki GSXR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki GSXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 36,054 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 D278 UHJ, 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 39 years old, this Suzuki GSXR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D278 UHJ registered?

D278 UHJ is a 1987 Suzuki GSXR750, first registered on 7 March 1987.

Is D278 UHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D278 UHJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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