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R209 XBW

1997 Suzuki GSX750

Orange Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,379 mi
Last recorded18,379 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX75030,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR209 XBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX750
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 18,379 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 17,605 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 17,064 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2023 16,556 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2022 16,109 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 May 2022 16,105 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 15,880 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 15,868 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 15,849 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 15,496 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper union seeping fluid slightly

Rear tyre beginning to crack due to age

Pass 15 Nov 2014 14,903 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 14,775 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 14,651 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 14,584 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 14,584 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 14,484 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 14,173 miles

Front 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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R209 XBW is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750 in Orange 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 R209 XBW, 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 R209 XBW registered?

R209 XBW is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R209 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R209 XBW 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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