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F490 SLF

1989 Suzuki GSXR750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,906 mi
Last recorded14,906 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GSXR75029,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF490 SLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR750
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 14,906 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 10,737 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 6,702 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 719 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

gear lever loose on mounting

Pass 7 Aug 2007 719 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

gear lever loose on mounting

Pass 15 Jun 2006 13,005 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

frame has slight damage to l/h side

rear section of frame shows signs of repair

steering movement appears limited

steering stops show signs of repair

Pass 22 Jun 2005 10,597 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 10,597 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR750?

Based on 120,828 MOT tests across 12,545 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
755
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
12,545
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,706
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,690
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 956
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 647
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 641
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F490 SLF is a 1989 Suzuki GSXR750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki GSXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 29,652 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 GSXR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F490 SLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Suzuki GSXR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F490 SLF registered?

F490 SLF is a 1989 Suzuki GSXR750, first registered on 12 April 1989.

Is F490 SLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F490 SLF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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