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Suzuki GSX750

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 748 cc

T178 KBJMOT history

T178 KBJ is a black petrol Suzuki GSX750 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 20,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2026
Mileage
20,777 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T178 KBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSX750
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
748 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T178 KBJ was last recorded at 20,777 miles on 11 Jul 2025, 5,882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
14,895 miles · 4 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
5,882 miles
Average per year
1,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 20,777 miles
  • 2024 – 14,895 miles
  • 2023 – 13,097 miles
  • 2022 – 10,533 miles
  • 2018 – 10,436 miles
  • 2017 – 10,364 miles
  • 2016 – 9,804 miles
  • 2015 – 9,442 miles
  • 2014 – 8,852 miles
  • 2013 – 8,305 miles
  • 2012 – 7,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass20,777 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Chain guard missing

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.

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass20,777 miles (+5,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    20,777 miles
    Test number
    706128157931
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Chain guard missing

  2. Pass14,895 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    14,895 miles
    Test number
    170086536976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass13,097 miles (+2,564)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    13,097 miles
    Test number
    783650942198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass10,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    10,533 miles
    Test number
    559307702358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail10,533 miles (+97)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,533 miles
    Test number
    521089468388
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

  6. Pass10,436 miles (+72)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    10,436 miles
    Test number
    442700844984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  7. Pass10,364 miles (+560)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    10,364 miles
    Test number
    263735097064
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads 2mm (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre 1.6 mm tread (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryNo chain guard fitted

  8. Pass9,804 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    9,804 miles
    Test number
    403910069215
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  9. Fail9,804 miles (+362)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,804 miles
    Test number
    353143607033
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureFront position lamp missing (1.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  10. Fail9,442 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,442 miles
    Test number
    639330615204
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  11. Pass9,442 miles (+590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    9,442 miles
    Test number
    739820915291
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass8,852 miles (+547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    8,852 miles
    Test number
    139725664180
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  13. Pass8,305 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    8,305 miles
    Test number
    536020383185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass7,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    7,645 miles
    Test number
    739974872185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail7,645 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,645 miles
    Test number
    335870772172
    • FailureDrive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)
    • FailureHandlebar cracked (2.1.1b)
    • FailureHandlebar fractured (2.1.1b)

Questions about T178 KBJ

Does T178 KBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T178 KBJ expired on 10 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T178 KBJ?
The MOT on T178 KBJ expired on 10 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T178 KBJ done?
T178 KBJ was recorded at 20,777 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2025, an average of 1,005 miles a year.
Has T178 KBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T178 KBJ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T178 KBJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T178 KBJ find?
T178 KBJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear chain guard missing.

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