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R166 YKP

1998 Suzuki GSXR600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,826 mi
Last recorded29,826 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSXR60024,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR166 YKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 29,826 miles

Exhaust noisy 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)

Fail 19 May 2018 29,826 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn play in carrier (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy 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)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2017 29,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 29,103 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 28,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 28,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 27,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 27,330 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 26,854 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 26,854 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 25,761 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 25,761 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 23,031 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 21,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2006 21,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R166 YKP is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R166 YKP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R166 YKP registered?

R166 YKP is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R166 YKP safe to buy?

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