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S551 DTO

1998 Suzuki Gsxr

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,380 mi
Last recorded48,380 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr29,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS551 DTO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 48,380 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 48,380 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 42,025 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 38,659 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 38,659 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 37,900 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Apr 2010 32,279 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 32,279 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 28,599 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 23,068 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 22,388 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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S551 DTO is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S551 DTO, 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 S551 DTO registered?

S551 DTO is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S551 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S551 DTO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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