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F173 DDY

1997 Suzuki GSXR1100

Blue Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,692 mi
Last recorded19,692 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR110021,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF173 DDY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 19,692 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 19,609 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 19,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2016 19,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 19,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 19,527 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 19,506 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 19,506 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR1100?

Based on 19,349 MOT tests across 2,831 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,831
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 206
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
reflector on motorcycle missing 180
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 123
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F173 DDY is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR1100 in Blue with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSXR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 21,960 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 GSXR1100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 206 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F173 DDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F173 DDY registered?

F173 DDY is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR1100, first registered on 23 July 1997.

Is F173 DDY safe to buy?

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