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R165 DJA

1998 Suzuki Gsxr

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

57,980 mi
Last recorded57,980 miles
Recorded on9 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr29,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR165 DJA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 May 2009 57,980 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

registration plate shadowed

Pass 9 May 2009 57,980 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

registration plate shadowed

Pass 8 May 2008 55,776 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 3 May 2008 55,776 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 4 May 2007 52,939 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 50,306 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2005 50,286 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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R165 DJA is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 29,141 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 R165 DJA, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R165 DJA registered?

R165 DJA is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R165 DJA safe to buy?

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