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R678 OEO

1998 Suzuki Gsxr

Multi-colour Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

27,122 mi
Last recorded27,122 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr29,141 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR678 OEO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 27,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 27,097 miles

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 23,143 miles

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 25 Mar 2013 23,140 miles

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

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Mar 2012 22,944 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 22,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 25 Mar 2011 22,533 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 51,848 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Fail 16 Aug 2006 51,807 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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R678 OEO is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr in Multi-colour with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R678 OEO, 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 R678 OEO registered?

R678 OEO is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 8 May 1998.

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