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P252 ACW

1997 Suzuki GSXR600

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR60026,286 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP252 ACW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020
Pass 18 Sep 2019 39,079 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside handlebar grip zip tied on , recommend replacement

Fail 16 Sep 2019 39,016 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements fixing bolts incorrect colour and covering letters (0.1 (d))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside handlebar grip zip tied on , recommend replacement

Pass 17 Sep 2018 50,270 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 50,270 miles

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 47,077 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 41,350 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 39,546 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 39,517 miles

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

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

some oil on rear shocker

Fail 21 May 2014 39,517 miles

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

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

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

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

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

some oil on rear shocker

Pass 2 May 2013 39,234 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 38,951 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 37,341 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 37,341 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 31,925 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 31,925 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 26,317 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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P252 ACW is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P252 ACW, 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 P252 ACW registered?

P252 ACW is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P252 ACW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P252 ACW shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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