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N588 HOW

1996 Suzuki Gsxr

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

27,827 mi
Last recorded27,827 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsxr25,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN588 HOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2015 27,827 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 27,581 miles
Pass 17 May 2012
Fail 17 May 2012 27,153 miles

Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

under try loose

Pass 23 May 2011 25,018 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 May 2011 25,018 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 21,783 miles

ALLOY BANJO BOLTS FITTED TO BRAKES.CAN SUFFER FROM CORROSION AND FAIL.

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

Fail 1 Apr 2010 21,770 miles

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

ALLOY BANJO BOLTS FITTED TO BRAKES.CAN SUFFER FROM CORROSION AND FAIL.

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 16,681 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2009 16,675 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2008 15,742 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 15,095 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 15,095 miles

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 13,504 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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N588 HOW is a 1996 Suzuki Gsxr in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 25,187 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 N588 HOW, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N588 HOW registered?

N588 HOW is a 1996 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N588 HOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N588 HOW shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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