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P243 HVN

1997 Suzuki GSXR600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

36,491 mi
Last recorded36,491 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR60026,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP243 HVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 36,491 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 36,491 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 36,207 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 36,207 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 34,954 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 33,316 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 33,316 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 31,513 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 31,513 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 31,512 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 26,230 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 25,785 miles

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

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

unable to check front wheel bearings due to binding brake

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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P243 HVN is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 P243 HVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P243 HVN?

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What year was P243 HVN registered?

P243 HVN is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P243 HVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P243 HVN shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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