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K988 OYS

1998 Suzuki GSXR600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

32,592 mi
Last recorded32,592 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSXR60024,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK988 OYS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 32,592 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

indicators flashing fast but within limit (less than 120 times per min)

Fail 8 Sep 2023 32,592 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

indicators flashing fast but within limit (less than 120 times per min)

Pass 16 Mar 2020 28,880 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 28,874 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Number plate restricting movement of rear wheel (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2014 27,716 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 27,706 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

advise l/hand rearfootrest broken

Pass 30 Mar 2013 25,251 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 24,312 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 24,293 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 21,584 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 21,464 miles

front brake travel

location of both front indicators

Pass 30 Jul 2008 20,912 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 19,029 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR600?

Based on 187,104 MOT tests across 16,713 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
833
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,564
reflector on motorcycle missing 3,182
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,993
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,587
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,361
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K988 OYS is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSXR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 24,285 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 GSXR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K988 OYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSXR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K988 OYS registered?

K988 OYS is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is K988 OYS safe to buy?

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