CarVerify

Free Car Check

N48 XVJ

1996 Suzuki Gsxr

White Petrol 749cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

33,214 mi
Last recorded33,214 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2008
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsxr25,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN48 XVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2008 33,214 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 29 Dec 2008 33,200 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 33,034 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 33,034 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2007 33,007 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 May 2006 31,473 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 31,441 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

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

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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
Full Suzuki Gsxr reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N48 XVJ is a 1996 Suzuki Gsxr in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 25,187 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 N48 XVJ, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N48 XVJ?

You can check the full history of N48 XVJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N48 XVJ registered?

N48 XVJ is a 1996 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 16 March 1996.

Is N48 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N48 XVJ shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N48 XVJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N48 XVJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.