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W488 SMR

2000 Suzuki GSX-R750Y

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,944 mi
Last recorded16,944 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750Y21,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 SMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX-R750Y
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 16,944 miles

Rear Suspension modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Rear Under tray fouling rear tyre under suspension compression.

Fail 22 Aug 2025 16,944 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Wheel fitted in the wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Rear Under tray fouling rear tyre under suspension compression.

Pass 8 Jun 2024 16,845 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive uneven wear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 16,642 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 16,363 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 16,087 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 15,505 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 14,041 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort FRONT DISCS WARPED (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Sep 2018 14,003 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort FRONT DISCS WARPED (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 10,846 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 10,846 miles

Headlamp aim too high ADJUSTED DURING TEST (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 8,579 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

one of two tail light not working

Pass 20 Nov 2015 8,357 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 7,227 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 6,157 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 6,020 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 5,859 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX-R750Y?

Based on 1,825 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
822
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
reflector on motorcycle missing 19
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 11
Direction indicator not working 10
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W488 SMR is a 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750Y in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750Y models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 21,227 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-R750Y fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W488 SMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX-R750Y typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki GSX-R750Y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W488 SMR registered?

W488 SMR is a 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750Y, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W488 SMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W488 SMR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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