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B501 HFE

1998 Suzuki GSXR1100

Purple Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

3,696 mi
Last recorded3,696 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSXR110029,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB501 HFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1100
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2024 3,696 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pads have signs of essive heat

Rear Exhaust silencer rivets lose

Pass 28 May 2020 3,301 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 3,301 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2015 2,838 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 2,838 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 2,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 1,165 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 1,165 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 15 Aug 2008 11,384 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Aug 2008 11,384 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 11,384 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn emits 2 or more alternating tones (1.7.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 9,852 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 9,767 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR1100?

Based on 19,349 MOT tests across 2,831 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,831
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 206
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
reflector on motorcycle missing 180
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 123
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B501 HFE is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100 in Purple with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 29,871 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSXR1100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 206 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B501 HFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B501 HFE registered?

B501 HFE is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100, first registered on 19 November 1998.

Is B501 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B501 HFE shows 13 tests with a 46.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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