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R221 SDV

1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,517 mi
Last recorded30,517 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V24,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR221 SDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 600 V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2008 30,517 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 28,493 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 28,493 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 27,410 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 600 V?

Based on 1,047 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Horn not working 11
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R221 SDV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 24,226 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 600 V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R221 SDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 600 V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 600 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R221 SDV registered?

R221 SDV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R221 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R221 SDV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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