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P981 EVO

1997 Suzuki GSX750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

43,855 mi
Last recorded43,855 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX75030,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP981 EVO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 43,855 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 43,805 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 43,375 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 43,161 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 42,032 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2018 40,602 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 39,704 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 38,948 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 38,948 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 38,329 miles

rear tyre starting to wear

Pass 6 Mar 2014 37,325 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 36,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Lot of Travel on Front Brake Lever

Fail 9 Oct 2010 36,014 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Lot of Travel on Front Brake Lever

Pass 13 Oct 2009 34,607 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2009 34,607 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 22,258 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 17,700 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

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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P981 EVO is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P981 EVO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P981 EVO registered?

P981 EVO is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 13 February 1997.

Is P981 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P981 EVO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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