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J246 JWV

1998 Suzuki GSXR1100

Black Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,083 mi
Last recorded42,083 miles
Recorded on19 May 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSXR110029,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ246 JWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 May 2011 42,083 miles

oil cooler slight leak

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2011 42,083 miles

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

oil cooler slight leak

Pass 21 May 2009 38,828 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 38,828 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2008 35,106 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 26,860 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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J246 JWV is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100 in Black with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J246 JWV, 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 J246 JWV registered?

J246 JWV is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is J246 JWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J246 JWV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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