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Suzuki GSX750

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 749 cc

R478 JWOMOT history

R478 JWO is a silver petrol Suzuki GSX750 first used on 14 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 34,871 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
34,871 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R478 JWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSX750
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
749 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R478 JWO was last recorded at 34,871 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Oct 2016: 30,313 miles, lower than 32,467 miles on 6 Aug 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
34,871 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,871 miles
  • 2023 – 34,432 miles
  • 2022 – 33,339 miles
  • 2019 – 33,189 miles
  • 2018 – 32,405 miles
  • 2017 – 30,660 miles
  • 2016 – 30,313 miles
  • 2015 – 32,467 miles
  • 2014 – 30,179 miles
  • 2012 – 29,755 miles
  • 2011 – 27,870 miles
  • 2010 – 26,303 miles
  • 2009 – 24,409 miles
  • 2008 – 24,399 miles
  • 2007 – 24,326 miles
  • 2006 – 23,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,871 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Rear reflector missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Clutch lever bent

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Drive chain has tight links

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,871 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    34,871 miles
    Test number
    452143398670
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  2. Fail34,871 miles (+439)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,871 miles
    Test number
    350451405052
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Footrest missing Pillion footrest (6.2.12 (a))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  3. Pass34,432 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    34,432 miles
    Test number
    809048303883
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail34,432 miles (+1,093)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,432 miles
    Test number
    976639160355
    • Repaired at testRear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass33,339 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    33,339 miles
    Test number
    183916829836
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryClutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail33,333 miles (+144)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,333 miles
    Test number
    600119486870
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryClutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass33,189 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    33,189 miles
    Test number
    821006712117
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail33,187 miles (+782)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,187 miles
    Test number
    116050141474
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
    • MajorDrive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fok seal (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass32,405 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    32,405 miles
    Test number
    580900412931
    • AdvisoryDrive chain has tight links

  10. Fail32,405 miles (+1,745)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,405 miles
    Test number
    918592848846
    • MajorFront Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain has tight links

  11. Pass30,660 miles (+347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    30,660 miles
    Test number
    240949891202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fork leg

  12. Pass30,313 miles (-2,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    30,313 miles
    Test number
    487580838429
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  13. Pass32,467 miles (+2,260)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,467 miles
    Test number
    576908215283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,207 miles (+28)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,207 miles
    Test number
    567664495127
    • FailureNearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

  15. Pass30,179 miles (+424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,179 miles
    Test number
    109070074439
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  16. Pass29,755 miles (+1,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,755 miles
    Test number
    118226462235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  17. Pass27,870 miles (+1,567)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,870 miles
    Test number
    777321171253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,303 miles
    Test number
    132450070206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail26,303 miles (+1,894)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,303 miles
    Test number
    912110670263
    • Repaired at testStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  20. Pass24,409 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,409 miles
    Test number
    424232179220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,399 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,399 miles
    Test number
    211217558107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,326 miles (+599)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,326 miles
    Test number
    344223047177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,727 miles
    Test number
    874264746185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R478 JWO

Does R478 JWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R478 JWO is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R478 JWO?
The MOT on R478 JWO is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R478 JWO done?
R478 JWO was recorded at 34,871 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 552 miles a year.
Has R478 JWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R478 JWO has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R478 JWO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R478 JWO find?
R478 JWO passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy.

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