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P235 ACW

1997 Suzuki Gsxr

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,752 mi
Last recorded85,752 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr26,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP235 ACW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 85,752 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 84,744 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 84,713 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 62,959 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 62,959 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 45,598 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 45,184 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 43,315 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 43,303 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 42,535 miles

Clutch cable kinked.

Headlamp mask/convertor fitted at time of test

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Fail 20 Mar 2017 42,512 miles

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

Clutch cable kinked.

Headlamp mask/convertor fitted at time of test

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 42,489 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 42,489 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 41,196 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 41,196 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 36,168 miles

o/s bar has distortion

Fail 3 Jul 2013 36,138 miles

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

o/s bar has distortion

Pass 26 Mar 2012 30,742 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

fuel tank out of line

f/tyre has uneven wear

Fail 26 Mar 2012 30,742 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

fuel tank out of line

f/tyre has uneven wear

Pass 4 Nov 2010 22,135 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 21,284 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 20,780 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 19,305 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 16,585 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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P235 ACW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P235 ACW, 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 P235 ACW registered?

P235 ACW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P235 ACW safe to buy?

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