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X279 SCY

2001 Suzuki GSXR750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,072 mi
Last recorded55,072 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSXR75017,977 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX279 SCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR750
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 May 2025 55,072 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessive play in disc bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 30 May 2024 52,024 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 May 2024 51,960 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023 49,412 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 May 2022 47,997 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 May 2022 47,994 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR750?

Based on 120,828 MOT tests across 12,545 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
12,545
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,706
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,690
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 956
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 647
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 641
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X279 SCY is a 2001 Suzuki GSXR750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 17,977 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 GSXR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X279 SCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GSXR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X279 SCY registered?

X279 SCY is a 2001 Suzuki GSXR750, first registered on 23 January 2001.

Is X279 SCY safe to buy?

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