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R380 EEV

1997 Suzuki GSX750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

22,701 mi
Last recorded22,701 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX75030,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR380 EEV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 22,701 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2024 20,897 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 20,897 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 18,515 miles

Headlight Masked at time of test.

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 16,270 miles

Front HEADLIGHT MASK FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 14,843 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 13,293 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2020 13,273 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 11,659 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 10,330 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 10,305 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 10,237 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 9,967 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2010 9,957 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 9,249 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 8,158 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 8,099 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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R380 EEV is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750 in Black with a 749cc 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 R380 EEV, 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 R380 EEV registered?

R380 EEV is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is R380 EEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R380 EEV 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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