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R656 YRV

1998 Suzuki Gsxr

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,122 mi
Last recorded34,122 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr29,141 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR656 YRV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 34,122 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 48,320 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 47,854 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 47,354 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute all (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2015

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

Fail 30 May 2015

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 May 2014 41,122 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 39,763 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 39,635 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 38,550 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 37,162 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 32,738 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 26,567 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 23,343 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

one rear side light out ( two fitted )

Pass 26 Jul 2006 19,165 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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R656 YRV is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R656 YRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R656 YRV registered?

R656 YRV is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R656 YRV safe to buy?

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