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P201 SMX

1997 Suzuki GSXR600

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,305 mi
Last recorded36,305 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR60026,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP201 SMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 36,305 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 34,497 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Front Brake component is slightly corroded pads (3.1.5)

Offside Front Brake component is slightly corroded pads (3.1.5)

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

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

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight binding front brake

slight binding rear brake

Pass 16 Aug 2014 34,297 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear tyre cracking borderline

Fail 9 Aug 2014 34,293 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear tyre cracking borderline

Pass 19 Apr 2013 33,843 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

nearside dip not working

rear tyre cracking slightly

Pass 28 Apr 2012 32,864 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

nearside dip beam not working

nearside rear position light not working

rear tyre starting to crack

Fail 28 Apr 2012 32,864 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

nearside dip beam not working

nearside rear position light not working

rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 29 Apr 2011 31,558 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,472 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 15,368 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 15,113 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
Full Suzuki GSXR600 reliability report

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P201 SMX is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P201 SMX, 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 P201 SMX registered?

P201 SMX is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P201 SMX safe to buy?

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