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F979 DFV

1993 Suzuki GSXR750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

45,288 mi
Last recorded45,288 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 1993 Suzuki GSXR75029,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF979 DFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR750
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 45,288 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps NS DIP BEAM NOT WORKING (4.1.3 (a))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2020 45,288 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen KICK-UP TO THE RIGHT (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps NS DIP BEAM NOT WORKING (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Front OIL COOLER LEAKING

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 42,359 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 41,908 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 41,908 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted on test PRS (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing New reflector added PRS (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 41,401 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 41,276 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 40,713 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 40,713 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 38,997 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 32,217 miles

rear brake slight bind

rear brake soft (new pads)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 32,086 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2008 32,085 miles

Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jul 2007 30,662 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 30,659 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Offside Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Pass 21 Jul 2006 27,365 miles

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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F979 DFV is a 1993 Suzuki GSXR750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki GSXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 29,650 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 F979 DFV, 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 33 years old, this Suzuki GSXR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F979 DFV is a 1993 Suzuki GSXR750, first registered on 4 June 1993.

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