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S659 TPU

1998 Suzuki Gsxr

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,756 mi
Last recorded42,756 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr29,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS659 TPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2020 42,756 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 39,592 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fuel tank has had a repair

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 20 Aug 2019 39,591 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fuel tank has had a repair

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Un-able to test front brake system

Pass 9 Nov 2017 38,935 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2017 38,918 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished to cord (4.1.2a(i))

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 38,463 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 28,461 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 24,616 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 1 May 2013 24,589 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 28 Sep 2011 15,776 miles

Slight leak from steering damper.

Pass 1 May 2010 14,605 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 13,489 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 12,533 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 12,021 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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S659 TPU is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S659 TPU, 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 S659 TPU registered?

S659 TPU is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 13 October 1998.

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