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G508 XLY

1989 Suzuki Gsxr

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,589 mi
Last recorded8,589 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2014
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Gsxr32,788 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG508 XLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2014 8,589 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 8,589 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 8,589 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2011 8,589 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 8,589 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 8,589 miles

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

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

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 4,237 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 4,237 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 3 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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G508 XLY is a 1989 Suzuki Gsxr in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,788 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 G508 XLY, 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 37 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G508 XLY registered?

G508 XLY is a 1989 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 17 October 1989.

Is G508 XLY safe to buy?

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