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R700 GSX

1997 Suzuki GSXR1000

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,039 mi
Last recorded24,039 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR100019,412 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR700 GSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1000
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 24,039 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 21,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 18,712 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

slight play in the gear pedal pivots

Pass 17 Nov 2015 17,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 25 Sep 2015 17,087 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members bushes (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2014 12,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

indicators flash slightly fast

the front tyre is cracking

the rear tyre is cracking

Pass 21 Sep 2013 11,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

the indicators flash slightly fast

thye front tyre is cracking slightly

Pass 16 Aug 2012 9,266 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 5,127 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 32 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 31,084 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR1000?

Based on 116,687 MOT tests across 10,071 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
890
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
10,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,205
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,144
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 540
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 493
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 370
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R700 GSX is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR1000 in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSXR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 19,412 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSXR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,205 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R700 GSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R700 GSX registered?

R700 GSX is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR1000, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R700 GSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R700 GSX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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