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J8 GSV

1999 Suzuki GSX1300R

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,027 mi
Last recorded35,027 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2011
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R23,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 GSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1300R
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2011 35,027 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 33,317 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 32,255 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 32,255 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Jun 2008 27,599 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 25,996 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 25,996 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1300R?

Based on 57,093 MOT tests across 4,985 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
822
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
4,985
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 788
wheel bearings have excessive free play 431
wheel bearings are excessively rough 327
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 300
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 283
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J8 GSV is a 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 23,210 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 GSX1300R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 788 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J8 GSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1300R typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki GSX1300R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J8 GSV registered?

J8 GSV is a 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R, first registered on 3 June 1999.

Is J8 GSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 GSV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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