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JTB 258V

1980 Suzuki GSX750

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,720 mi
Last recorded37,720 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GSX75037,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTB 258V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX750
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2021 37,720 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Suspension arm slightly loose has left and right movement (5.3.3 (a) (i))

oil leak

split link fitted to chain

Fail 2 Sep 2021 37,717 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Chain has a split link in it

Drive chain rubs on the centre stand

Swing arm has side to side play

Pass 14 Sep 2019 37,336 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 37,222 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 36,814 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 36,467 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 36,260 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 34,022 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 34,022 miles

Centre Front Upper Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 34,013 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 34,002 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 33,988 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 33,938 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 33,919 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 33,905 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 33,841 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

advise gearshift lever slightly loose this is not dangerous but should be rectified

Pass 24 Jan 2006 33,757 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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JTB 258V is a 1980 Suzuki GSX750 in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GSX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 37,846 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JTB 258V, 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 46 years old, this Suzuki GSX750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JTB 258V registered?

JTB 258V is a 1980 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 10 June 1980.

Is JTB 258V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTB 258V shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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