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M229 FPN

1995 Suzuki Gsxr

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

40,743 mi
Last recorded40,743 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Gsxr27,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM229 FPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 40,743 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 36,669 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 36,648 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 May 2009 33,804 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 32,106 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2008 32,106 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 29,783 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust clamps deteriorated near connecting pipe

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear grab rail bolts/screws insecure

Fail 29 Jun 2007 29,783 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust clamps deteriorated near connecting pipe

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear grab rail bolts/screws insecure

Pass 14 Jun 2006 27,447 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 27,447 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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M229 FPN is a 1995 Suzuki Gsxr in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 27,936 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 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 M229 FPN, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M229 FPN registered?

M229 FPN is a 1995 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 13 June 1995.

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