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S156 RLL

1998 Suzuki Gsxr

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

50,614 mi
Last recorded50,614 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr29,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS156 RLL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 50,614 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 50,614 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 49,453 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 49,355 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Frony tyre slighty perished

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 48,415 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 46,563 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play steering head bearings have slight play. (2.2.2)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. front wheel has slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2017 46,563 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively pitted front brake disks have corrosion and pitting. (3.2.A1l)

Brake performance not tested front brake does not operate, rear brake cant be tested due to chain being excessively tight. (3.3)

Footrest insecure off side footrest insecure and distorted. (6.2.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Indicator switch insecure left hand switch gear in secure. (1.5.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Drive chain excessively tight drive chain worn, so tight wheel will not spin freely. (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front and rear brake lights inoperative. (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. slight distortion in bead rim of wheel, offside front. (4.2.2)

cant check wheel bearings due to chain being so tight (wheel cant be spun freely)

off side front indicator housing damaged.

slight play in steering head bearings (upper)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 44,799 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front foot peg damaged.

Pass 16 Apr 2015 41,284 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 41,284 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 5 Jul 2013 41,264 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

o/s foot hanger bent

Pass 26 Jun 2012 39,982 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 38,302 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 36,643 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 34,396 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 34,396 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 34,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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S156 RLL is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 S156 RLL, 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 S156 RLL registered?

S156 RLL is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 23 November 1998.

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