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P185 HRB

1997 Suzuki Gsxr

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,611 mi
Last recorded22,611 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr26,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP185 HRB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 22,611 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 22,575 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 22,557 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2017 22,166 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 21,478 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 18,855 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 16,605 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 15,735 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 14,164 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 13,886 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 13,886 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 13,404 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 12,844 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2007 11,389 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 9,970 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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P185 HRB is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P185 HRB, 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 P185 HRB registered?

P185 HRB is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P185 HRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P185 HRB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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