Suzuki Gsxr (2006)
2006 Suzuki Gsxr
CarHunch analysed 114 real MOT records for the 2006 Suzuki Gsxr. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 Suzuki GSXR passes its MOT slightly more reliably than the UK average, with an 84.6% first-time pass rate versus the national 80%, though one in five of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—worth investigating thoroughly on any example you're considering. With a median mileage of just 12,514 miles for an 18-year-old bike, these are typically low-use machines, which bodes well for mechanical condition. The average bike racks up 1.48 failures and 4.9 advisories per test, suggesting minor wear items rather than systemic problems—typical for an older sports bike with sporadic use. Before purchase, run a full service history check and physically inspect the brakes, suspension, and fuel system, as these commonly account for the advisory items on this generation.
What to check before buying a 2006 Suzuki Gsxr
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 20.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 112 | 84.6% | 1.49 |
| Other (2%) | 2 | 83.3% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Suzuki Gsxr vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2006 Suzuki Gsxr vehicles fall between 7,567 and 18,979 miles.
2006 Suzuki Gsxr — Still on the Road
37 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 62% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 Suzuki Gsxr
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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62.1%
Exhaust noisy
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44.7%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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35.4%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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35.1%
Exhaust noisy
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33.4%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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15.5%
Drive chain slightly loose
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15%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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12.9%
Steering movement slightly 'notchy'
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.
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