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Y197 XJE

2001 Suzuki Gsxr

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,896 mi
Last recorded39,896 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Gsxr21,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY197 XJE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 39,896 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 39,130 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 38,842 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 36,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 34,939 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 33,051 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 31,248 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 31,209 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 30,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 May 2013 30,723 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 May 2013 30,723 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 26,316 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 24,812 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 24,779 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 21,215 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2009 17,035 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2008 13,676 miles

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Fail 24 May 2008 13,676 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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Pass 23 May 2007 13,270 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 12,129 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr?

Based on 32,177 MOT tests across 4,401 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
823
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 258
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 118
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Y197 XJE is a 2001 Suzuki Gsxr in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 21,615 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y197 XJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y197 XJE registered?

Y197 XJE is a 2001 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 25 June 2001.

Is Y197 XJE safe to buy?

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