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GK51 CBV

2001 Suzuki GSXR1000

White Petrol 988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,544 mi
Last recorded11,544 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSXR100019,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 CBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 11,544 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 11,544 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2025 10,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 May 2025 10,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 10,892 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 10,824 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 10,671 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 9,937 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 9,867 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 9,800 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 9,795 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 9,132 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 8,728 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 8,438 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 8,178 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 8,057 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 7,794 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 7,523 miles

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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GK51 CBV is a 2001 Suzuki GSXR1000 in White with a 988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GK51 CBV, 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 GK51 CBV registered?

GK51 CBV is a 2001 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 20 October 2001.

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