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J8 ELB

1999 Suzuki GSX750

Maroon Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,006 mi
Last recorded59,006 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSX75022,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 ELB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX750
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 59,006 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 58,948 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 58,948 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 57,573 miles

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

Front brake slight bind

Offside Rear slight brake bind

Pass 29 Apr 2015 55,798 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 Apr 2015 55,798 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

slight bind on front brake

Pass 24 Apr 2014 51,403 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

left switch gear slightly loose

Fail 17 Apr 2014 51,304 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

left switch gear slightly loose

Pass 29 Sep 2012 47,266 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 42,462 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 36,360 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 2 Aug 2010 36,360 miles

Front Brake lever excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2009 33,120 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 31,362 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 29,751 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 27,002 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX750?

Based on 59,366 MOT tests across 5,918 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
782
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
5,918
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,068
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 664
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 582
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 529
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 439
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J8 ELB is a 1999 Suzuki GSX750 in Maroon with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GSX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 22,509 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 GSX750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,068 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J8 ELB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki GSX750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J8 ELB is a 1999 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 17 June 1999.

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