Suzuki GSXR750 MOT pass rate & common failures

At a glance

Recorded pass rate

1.4 points below the fleet average of 86.5%. The examples tested do not cover a wide enough spread of ages and mileages to compare fairly against the rest of the fleet, so no rank is claimed; the failure record below stands on its own.

DVSA recorded wording

Most common failure items

Share of failed Suzuki GSXR750 tests in which each item was recorded. One failed test often lists several, so these do not sum to 100%.

1. 1.A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning12.5%

   31 occurrences

2. 2.Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements12.1%

   30 occurrences

3. 3.Reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear11.7%

   29 occurrences

4. 4.A shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely9.7%

   24 occurrences

5. 5.Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements9.3%

   23 occurrences

6. 6.Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning9.3%

   23 occurrences

7. 7.A stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released7.3%

   18 occurrences

8. 8.Audible warning not working6.0%

   15 occurrences

9. 9.A headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED5.6%

   14 occurrences

10. 10.Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution5.2%

    13 occurrences

11. 11.Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake5.2%

    13 occurrences

12. 12.A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps4.8%

    12 occurrences

Warnings without a failure

Most common advisories

Share of all Suzuki GSXR750 tests carrying each advisory.

1. 1.Exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted12.0%

   339 tests

2. 2.Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements6.3%

   177 tests

3. 3.Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution3.6%

   101 tests

4. 4.A transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn2.9%

   83 tests

5. 5.A shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely2.9%

   81 tests

6. 6.Brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm2.8%

   80 tests

7. 7.Steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play2.2%

   63 tests

8. 8.Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake1.6%

   46 tests

What gets tested

The GSXR750 fleet

Average mileage recorded at test

24,591

Test classes

class 2: 2,819

Compare within the range

Other Suzuki motorcycles

• Suzuki GSXR86.0%
• Suzuki GSXS89.3% raw
• Suzuki DL91.2%
• Suzuki GSX89.6%
• Suzuki GSF60080.0% raw
• Suzuki GSF120084.7% raw
• All Suzuki motorcycles

Common questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a Suzuki GSXR750?

85.1% unadjusted, from 2,819 DVSA tests. The average across all motorcycles is 86.5%.

What does a Suzuki GSXR750 fail its MOT on?

"A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning" is recorded in 12.5% of failed Suzuki GSXR750 tests, followed by "Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements" (12.1%). One failed test often lists several items.

What mileage does a Suzuki GSXR750 usually have at its MOT?

24,591 miles on average across every age tested, so a description of the fleet rather than an annual figure. Motorcycle mileages are low and vary enormously with use; a commuter bike and a weekend bike of the same age can differ by a factor of ten.