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R42 UWA

1997 Suzuki GSX750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,999 mi
Last recorded30,999 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX75030,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR42 UWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 30,999 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2016 30,465 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' wheel raised (2.2.1b)

headlight mask fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2015 28,928 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2015 28,894 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 26,462 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 23 Aug 2014 26,462 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 23,881 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 11,461 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 11,427 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 11,200 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 10,752 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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R42 UWA is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R42 UWA, 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 R42 UWA registered?

R42 UWA is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R42 UWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R42 UWA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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