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R766 GWV

1997 Suzuki GSX750

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

45,968 mi
Last recorded45,968 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX75030,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR766 GWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX750
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 45,968 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 45,033 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 45,033 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions tyre fitted against rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 44,255 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 43,295 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 42,265 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 42,265 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2020 40,691 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 39,503 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 38,452 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 38,452 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Fail 15 Mar 2014 37,427 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 37,427 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 36,155 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 35,580 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 34,640 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 34,640 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 33,639 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 32,181 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 31,714 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 30,980 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 29,924 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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R766 GWV is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750 in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R766 GWV, 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 R766 GWV registered?

R766 GWV is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R766 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R766 GWV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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