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S523 AOW

1998 Suzuki Gsxr

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,750 mi
Last recorded51,750 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr29,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS523 AOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 51,750 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 51,737 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 43,447 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 43,447 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 15 Mar 2014 42,861 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 35,802 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 30,764 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 29,214 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 27,840 miles

The front brake pads seem to be glazed over and squeal but brakes are fully functional.

Pass 27 Mar 2009 26,373 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 26,373 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2008 23,156 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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S523 AOW is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 S523 AOW, 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 S523 AOW registered?

S523 AOW is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S523 AOW safe to buy?

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