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C889 GVR

1986 Suzuki Gsxr

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,880 mi
Last recorded56,880 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1986 Suzuki Gsxr29,359 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC889 GVR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2015 56,880 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

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

dampness noted on front shockabsorbers

unable to test front wheel bearing due to badly binding brake

wear noted on front brake lever

Pass 13 Sep 2007 48,309 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr?

Based on 32,177 MOT tests across 4,401 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
823
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 258
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 118
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C889 GVR is a 1986 Suzuki Gsxr in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 29,359 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 Gsxr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C889 GVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 40 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C889 GVR registered?

C889 GVR is a 1986 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C889 GVR safe to buy?

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