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W488 OSN

1999 Suzuki Gsxr

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

51,084 mi
Last recorded51,084 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Gsxr25,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 OSN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 51,084 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 49,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside footrest needs tightened properly

Rear suspension bush has slight free play shocky lower bush (2.4.A2a(i))

gearshifter pinch bolt loose

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2016 48,063 miles

headlamp converter fitted

Fail 5 Mar 2016 48,059 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 43,766 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 42,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 42,400 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 39,325 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 39,325 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 38,862 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 34,316 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 32,180 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 31,653 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 29,585 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2007 27,604 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 26,321 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2005 23,382 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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W488 OSN is a 1999 Suzuki Gsxr in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,391 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W488 OSN, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W488 OSN registered?

W488 OSN is a 1999 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W488 OSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W488 OSN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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