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HG09 GKU

2009 Suzuki GSXR1000

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,170 mi
Last recorded58,170 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki GSXR100012,635 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 GKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 58,170 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Hazard lights/switch not working.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jun 2026 58,118 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Hazard lights/switch not working.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 54,082 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 50,936 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 46,542 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 43,559 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 39,415 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 39,415 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2020 35,476 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight central notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2019 30,226 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 41,231 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2018 41,231 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 19,595 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 7,866 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 7,046 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 5,585 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 4,502 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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HG09 GKU is a 2009 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki GSXR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 12,635 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 HG09 GKU, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HG09 GKU registered?

HG09 GKU is a 2009 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 9 May 2009.

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