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GXI 259

1996 Suzuki GSXR750

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

39,230 mi
Last recorded39,230 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSXR75025,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGXI 259
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 39,230 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2026 39,230 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 38,805 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing - light output not affected (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy Aftermarket silencer (Tail gunner) (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 38,718 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 38,234 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 37,499 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front mudguard missing

Rear tyre perished ,but cords not exposed

Fail 22 Apr 2017 37,363 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2015 37,056 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 36,869 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2011 36,869 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 36,387 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 36,387 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 33,524 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 33,378 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 32,927 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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GXI 259 is a 1996 Suzuki GSXR750 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 25,932 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 GXI 259, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSXR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GXI 259?

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What year was GXI 259 registered?

GXI 259 is a 1996 Suzuki GSXR750, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is GXI 259 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GXI 259 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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