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K86 BUD

1997 Suzuki Gsxr

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,930 mi
Last recorded41,930 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2007
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr26,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK86 BUD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2007 41,930 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 41,930 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Mar 2006 41,454 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 41,424 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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K86 BUD is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 K86 BUD, 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 K86 BUD registered?

K86 BUD is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is K86 BUD safe to buy?

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