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Suzuki GSXR1000

White and Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 988 cc

Y38 GHYMOT history

Y38 GHY is a white and blue petrol Suzuki GSXR1000 first used on 10 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 30,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2026
Mileage
30,629 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y38 GHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSXR1000
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
988 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y38 GHY was last recorded at 30,629 miles on 30 Apr 2025, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,605 miles · 6 May 2022
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
1,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 30,629 miles
  • 2022 – 30,605 miles
  • 2021 – 30,570 miles
  • 2020 – 29,217 miles
  • 2017 – 29,217 miles
  • 2016 – 29,217 miles
  • 2015 – 27,216 miles
  • 2014 – 21,312 miles
  • 2013 – 14,848 miles
  • 2011 – 11,593 miles
  • 2009 – 11,125 miles
  • 2008 – 8,996 miles
  • 2007 – 7,586 miles
  • 2006 – 7,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,629 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Chain guard missing
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate damaged/ cracked (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,629 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    30,629 miles
    Test number
    742558668540
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Chain guard missing
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate damaged/ cracked (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass30,605 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    30,605 miles
    Test number
    816341157989
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush lower shock bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass30,570 miles (+1,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    30,570 miles
    Test number
    267258089016
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass29,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    29,217 miles
    Test number
    491365961116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass29,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    29,217 miles
    Test number
    679642451336
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  6. Pass29,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,217 miles
    Test number
    222461881790
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  7. Fail29,217 miles (+2,001)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,217 miles
    Test number
    976896777563
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureNearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies foot brake (1.3.1a)

  8. Pass27,216 miles (+5,904)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    27,216 miles
    Test number
    958621845150
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  9. Pass21,312 miles (+6,464)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    21,312 miles
    Test number
    856567794052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass14,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    14,848 miles
    Test number
    518788693025
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  11. Fail14,848 miles (+3,255)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,848 miles
    Test number
    937918593008
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  12. Pass11,593 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    11,593 miles
    Test number
    226665521171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail11,579 miles (+454)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,579 miles
    Test number
    316222511166
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureWheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

  14. Fail11,125 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,125 miles
    Test number
    110299139225
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  15. Pass11,125 miles (+2,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    11,125 miles
    Test number
    302309239490
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  16. Pass8,996 miles (+1,410)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    8,996 miles
    Test number
    953512668148
    • NoteNumber plate lamp inop

  17. Pass7,586 miles (+346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    7,586 miles
    Test number
    482365527161
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  18. Pass7,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    7,240 miles
    Test number
    523938216191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y38 GHY

Does Y38 GHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y38 GHY expired on 29 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y38 GHY?
The MOT on Y38 GHY expired on 29 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y38 GHY done?
Y38 GHY was recorded at 30,629 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2025, an average of 1,231 miles a year.
Has Y38 GHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y38 GHY has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2016.
Has the mileage on Y38 GHY 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 Y38 GHY find?
Y38 GHY passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear chain guard missing; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate damaged/ cracked.

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