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H109 HKJ

1997 Suzuki Gsxr

Red Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,693 mi
Last recorded26,693 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr26,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH109 HKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 26,693 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 May 2017 26,693 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 24,078 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 20,274 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 20,105 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 20,096 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 20,000 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 20,000 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2010 18,966 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 17,890 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 13,746 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 13,746 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr?

Based on 32,177 MOT tests across 4,401 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
823
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 258
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 118
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H109 HKJ is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr in Red with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 26,310 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 Gsxr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H109 HKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H109 HKJ registered?

H109 HKJ is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 5 March 1997.

Is H109 HKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H109 HKJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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