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Suzuki GSXR750

Blue and White · Petrol · 1998 · 749 cc

S740 RMBMOT history

S740 RMB is a blue and white petrol Suzuki GSXR750 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 35,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2026
Mileage
35,950 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S740 RMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSXR750
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
749 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S740 RMB was last recorded at 35,950 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Apr 2022: 15,228 miles, lower than 35,181 miles on 9 Apr 2021.

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
35,570 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
380 miles
Average per year
882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,950 miles
  • 2025 – 35,570 miles
  • 2024 – 35,279 miles
  • 2023 – 35,233 miles
  • 2022 – 15,228 miles
  • 2021 – 35,181 miles
  • 2020 – 35,090 miles
  • 2019 – 34,998 miles
  • 2018 – 34,662 miles
  • 2017 – 33,686 miles
  • 2015 – 30,998 miles
  • 2014 – 29,084 miles
  • 2013 – 25,700 miles
  • 2012 – 20,634 miles
  • 2010 – 20,258 miles
  • 2009 – 19,219 miles
  • 2008 – 18,545 miles
  • 2007 – 18,336 miles
  • 2005 – 17,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail35,950 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorSteering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail35,950 miles (+380)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,950 miles
    Test number
    469224957684
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSteering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass35,570 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    35,570 miles
    Test number
    663262250097
    • MinorRear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Fail35,570 miles (+291)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,570 miles
    Test number
    334670786000
    • MajorRear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass35,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    35,279 miles
    Test number
    176930172385
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  5. Fail35,279 miles (+46)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,279 miles
    Test number
    287755540254
    • MajorRear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  6. Pass35,233 miles (+20,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    35,233 miles
    Test number
    872931158530
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass15,228 miles (-19,953)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    15,228 miles
    Test number
    347925757562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,181 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    35,181 miles
    Test number
    771183208535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,090 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    35,090 miles
    Test number
    495948745870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,998 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    34,998 miles
    Test number
    614396129407
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres showing signs of perishing

  11. Fail34,998 miles (+336)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,998 miles
    Test number
    589045182772
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres showing signs of perishing

  12. Pass34,662 miles (+976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    34,662 miles
    Test number
    849838233217
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  13. Pass33,686 miles (+2,688)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    33,686 miles
    Test number
    628294665013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,998 miles (+1,914)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,998 miles
    Test number
    847339042099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    29,084 miles
    Test number
    359760834328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,084 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    29,084 miles
    Test number
    229636774204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,700 miles (+5,066)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    25,700 miles
    Test number
    556314613154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,634 miles (+376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,634 miles
    Test number
    247469322191
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  19. Pass20,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,258 miles
    Test number
    242719180107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail20,258 miles (+1,039)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,258 miles
    Test number
    512514780144
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  21. Pass19,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,219 miles
    Test number
    932473489188
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  22. Fail19,219 miles (+674)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,219 miles
    Test number
    191767279171
    • FailureRear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  23. Pass18,545 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    18,545 miles
    Test number
    140655478406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,336 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,336 miles
    Test number
    113320327198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    17,292 miles
    Test number
    301077715450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S740 RMB

Does S740 RMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S740 RMB expired on 27 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S740 RMB?
The MOT on S740 RMB expired on 27 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S740 RMB done?
S740 RMB was recorded at 35,950 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 882 miles a year.
Has S740 RMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S740 RMB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S740 RMB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Apr 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S740 RMB find?
S740 RMB failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 major defects and 2 advisories: offside front shock absorber has a serious fluid leak; steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy; front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort, and 1 more.

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