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J16 TDM

1997 Suzuki GSXR600

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,888 mi
Last recorded29,888 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR60026,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 TDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 29,888 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 29,823 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 29,348 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Fail 25 May 2017 29,336 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 28,560 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 26,943 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

advise small number plate fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2012 23,872 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 23,872 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 20,610 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 20,540 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 16,814 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 11,322 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 8,023 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 8,023 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 6,923 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 6,662 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR600?

Based on 187,104 MOT tests across 16,713 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
833
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,564
reflector on motorcycle missing 3,182
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,993
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,587
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,361
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J16 TDM is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 26,286 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 GSXR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J16 TDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSXR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J16 TDM registered?

J16 TDM is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 2 November 1997.

Is J16 TDM safe to buy?

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