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M579 FTC

1997 Suzuki Gsxr

White Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr26,310 mi
4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM579 FTC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2014 42,740 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2014 42,740 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 41,358 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 39,631 miles

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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M579 FTC is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr in White with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M579 FTC, 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 M579 FTC registered?

M579 FTC is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is M579 FTC safe to buy?

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