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C165 OTW

1998 Suzuki GSXR1100

Red Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

7,406 mi
Last recorded7,406 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSXR110029,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC165 OTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1100
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 7,406 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2023 7,406 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned less than the required separation distance (4.4.3 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 6,831 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 50,994 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 5,074 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 37,688 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 37,688 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 28,545 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 14,305 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 839 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 2,371 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 2,368 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2013 7,321 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 1,543 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2011 12,725 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 12,225 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 12,219 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 12,219 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 31 Aug 2007 12,219 miles

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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C165 OTW is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100 in Red with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 C165 OTW, 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 C165 OTW registered?

C165 OTW is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is C165 OTW safe to buy?

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