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OAZ 9101

1997 Suzuki GSXR600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

26,050 mi
Last recorded26,050 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR60026,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAZ 9101
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2019 26,050 miles

Front tyre showing signs of perishing

Fail 1 Jul 2014 26,044 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Fail 15 Oct 2012 25,404 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 25,404 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 23,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

exhaust silencer strap incorectly fitted but secure

off side fairing mount missing but fairing is secure

Fail 10 Nov 2011 23,163 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

exhaust silencer strap incorectly fitted but secure

off side fairing mount missing but fairing is secure

Pass 27 Oct 2010 20,074 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 17,161 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 14,682 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 14,661 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 12,745 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

clutch lever pivot slightly worn

drive chain has a split link fitted

Fail 21 Nov 2007 12,745 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

clutch lever pivot slightly worn

drive chain has a split link fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2006 12,353 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR600?

Based on 187,104 MOT tests across 16,713 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
833
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,564
reflector on motorcycle missing 3,182
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,993
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,587
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,361
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OAZ 9101 is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 26,286 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 GSXR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OAZ 9101, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSXR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OAZ 9101 registered?

OAZ 9101 is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is OAZ 9101 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAZ 9101 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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