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P28 VGJ

1997 Suzuki GSXR600

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

40,144 mi
Last recorded40,144 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR60026,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP28 VGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 40,144 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

chain dry re lub

Pass 27 Jun 2017 39,794 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 39,791 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned shift to centre (1.4.2d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2015 39,550 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2015 39,550 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 38,558 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front fairing damage o/s

front fork seal dust covers deteriorated

slight play in rear swing arm

Pass 3 Aug 2012 37,896 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 37,240 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2010 36,279 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 34,596 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 34,559 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 32,959 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 31,500 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 31,500 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 27,136 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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P28 VGJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P28 VGJ, 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 P28 VGJ registered?

P28 VGJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 21 March 1997.

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