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P289 XAT

1997 Suzuki GSX750

Gold Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,183 mi
Last recorded19,183 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX75030,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP289 XAT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX750
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 19,183 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 18,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 18,465 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake lever pivot excessively worn (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2013 17,213 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 15,759 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 14,993 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 13,458 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 13,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 12 May 2008 12,316 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 12,312 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2007 11,416 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX750?

Based on 59,366 MOT tests across 5,918 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
782
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
5,918
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,068
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 664
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 582
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 529
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 439
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P289 XAT is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750 in Gold with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSX750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 30,980 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 GSX750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,068 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P289 XAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSX750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P289 XAT registered?

P289 XAT is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P289 XAT safe to buy?

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