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EA51 BXU

2001 Suzuki GSXR1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,189 mi
Last recorded65,189 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSXR100019,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA51 BXU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2016 65,189 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 65,173 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 64,624 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 Sep 2015 64,611 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2013 58,803 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 58,803 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2012

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 43,588 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 34,633 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 34,633 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 27,420 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 20,794 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 15,656 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 15,656 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

no lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR1000?

Based on 116,687 MOT tests across 10,071 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
890
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
10,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,205
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,144
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 540
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 493
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 370
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EA51 BXU is a 2001 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSXR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 19,006 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 GSXR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA51 BXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EA51 BXU registered?

EA51 BXU is a 2001 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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