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R885 NTA

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,815 mi
Last recorded57,815 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 NTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 57,815 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 57,800 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 50,552 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 47,837 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 45,118 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 42,488 miles

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

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

throttle operation stiff advise attention

Fail 1 Jun 2012 42,470 miles

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

throttle operation stiff advise attention

Pass 2 Jun 2011 39,438 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front brake slightly spongey advise attention.

throttle operation stiff advise attention.

Pass 26 Jun 2010 37,740 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain in poor condition advise attention.

rust patches on front frame advise attention.

swing arm rusty advise attention.

Pass 19 Jul 2008 37,361 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 37,361 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 36,156 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 36,156 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 16 Mar 2007 36,148 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 33,159 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 33,151 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
Full Suzuki GSX600 reliability report

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R885 NTA is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 23,462 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R885 NTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R885 NTA registered?

R885 NTA is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 30 June 1998.

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