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P748 WOU

1997 Suzuki Gsxr

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,216 mi
Last recorded11,216 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr26,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP748 WOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 11,216 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2014 10,691 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 10,691 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 10,652 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 10,464 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2010 10,464 miles

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

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Off side chain adjuster plate fitted backwards

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 9,995 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 9,995 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 9,252 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 8,820 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 8,810 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 6,888 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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P748 WOU is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P748 WOU, 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 P748 WOU registered?

P748 WOU is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is P748 WOU safe to buy?

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