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E53 LUP

1998 Suzuki Gsxr

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

41,250 mi
Last recorded41,250 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr29,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE53 LUP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2016 41,250 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2015 40,730 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 4 Apr 2015 40,709 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 39,121 miles

exhaust brk slight movement

Fail 25 Jul 2013 39,113 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 37,500 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 May 2008 37,471 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

rear wheel bearing not check'd due to binding brake

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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E53 LUP is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 29,141 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 E53 LUP, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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E53 LUP is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 17 February 1998.

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