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V238 LCW

2000 Suzuki GSX1300R

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,333 mi
Last recorded33,333 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R21,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV238 LCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 May 2026 33,333 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre under inflated

Pass 12 Mar 2025 33,177 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 32,893 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 9 Feb 2024 32,893 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 32,891 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2019 32,891 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 32,433 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 30,696 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 27,315 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 25,885 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 25,885 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 24,181 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 22,063 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 19,782 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 17,894 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 15,045 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1300R?

Based on 57,093 MOT tests across 4,985 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
822
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
4,985
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 788
wheel bearings have excessive free play 431
wheel bearings are excessively rough 327
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 300
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 283
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V238 LCW is a 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 21,842 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 GSX1300R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V238 LCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1300R typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V238 LCW registered?

V238 LCW is a 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 18 January 2000.

Is V238 LCW safe to buy?

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