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E171 CMR

1988 Suzuki VS750

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,239 mi
Last recorded19,239 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki VS75025,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE171 CMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS750
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 19,239 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 18,924 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2018 18,914 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake locking device missing brake arm spit pin broken (3.2.A1e)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2017 18,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 17,653 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 16,290 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2014 14,491 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 14,491 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 12,540 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Sep 2012 12,540 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 11,045 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 9,388 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS750?

Based on 1,816 MOT tests across 223 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 15
Horn not working 12
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E171 CMR is a 1988 Suzuki VS750 in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki VS750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 25,265 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 VS750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E171 CMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS750 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki VS750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E171 CMR registered?

E171 CMR is a 1988 Suzuki VS750, first registered on 14 July 1988.

Is E171 CMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E171 CMR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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