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R451 BCV

1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,233 mi
Last recorded13,233 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V24,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 BCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 600 V
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2021 13,233 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2021 13,233 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 13,051 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2012 11,879 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R451 BCV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V in Yellow 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 R451 BCV, 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 R451 BCV registered?

R451 BCV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R451 BCV safe to buy?

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