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R62 JDA

1997 Suzuki Gsx

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

50,752 mi
Last recorded50,752 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsx28,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 JDA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 50,752 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2025 50,728 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 50,192 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 50,192 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 49,995 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 49,378 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2017 48,203 miles

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2017 48,203 miles

Offside Front Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength FRONT DISC BOBINS WORN (3.2.A1)

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 47,406 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2015 47,369 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 47,369 miles

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2014 45,227 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

rear brake binding slightly,not enough to fail

Fail 8 May 2014 45,227 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

rear brake binding slightly,not enough to fail

Pass 23 Apr 2013 41,687 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

Pass 3 May 2012 39,165 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

registration plate cracked,but still secure

Fail 3 May 2012 39,165 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

registration plate cracked,but still secure

Pass 9 May 2011 36,465 miles

registration plate cracked but not insecure

Fail 6 May 2011 36,465 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

registration plate cracked but not insecure

Pass 6 Aug 2009 35,532 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 33,597 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 30,353 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 29,043 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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R62 JDA is a 1997 Suzuki Gsx in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,989 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 Gsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R62 JDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R62 JDA registered?

R62 JDA is a 1997 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R62 JDA safe to buy?

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