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R878 MNN

1997 Suzuki GSX750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,738 mi
Last recorded38,738 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX75030,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR878 MNN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 38,738 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 38,284 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 38,131 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 37,271 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Centre of tyre tread ok but worn close to legal limit on centre-offside of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 36,503 miles

Front head light image repaired with tape

Pass 8 May 2019 35,201 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 May 2019 35,201 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2018 34,910 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 34,536 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2016 33,270 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 May 2015 28,761 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 28,761 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 25,125 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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R878 MNN is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R878 MNN, 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 R878 MNN registered?

R878 MNN is a 1997 Suzuki GSX750, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R878 MNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R878 MNN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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