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R228 YOR

1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,323 mi
Last recorded23,323 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 60039,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 YOR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 23,323 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 22,858 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 22,816 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 22,709 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 22,546 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 22,071 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 21,970 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

anodised brake hose fittings

Fail 30 May 2012 21,970 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

anodised brake hose fittings

Pass 24 Jun 2010 21,773 miles

no headlamp kick up

Fail 24 Jun 2010 21,773 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

no headlamp kick up

Pass 9 Jul 2007 21,665 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

registration plate not of standard size/letters and numbers elegible

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 600?

Based on 1,463 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
864
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
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R228 YOR is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 39,134 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R228 YOR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R228 YOR registered?

R228 YOR is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R228 YOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 YOR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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