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Y986 RVS

2001 Suzuki Gsxr

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,584 mi
Last recorded23,584 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Gsxr21,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY986 RVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 23,584 miles

radiator insecure

headlight loose due to broken mounts

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

chain guard insecure

fairing panels insecure

headlight bracket bolt missing

Pass 12 May 2023 22,179 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 21,382 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 21,382 miles

Headlamp aim too high high and low headlightbeam wrong way round (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering linkage locking device ineffective lock stop broken (2.1.3 (d))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2021 21,353 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering linkage locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front tyre catching fairing

Rear rear tyre catching under tray

Pass 24 Jul 2020 21,131 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 21,128 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Steering damper insecure (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Steering damper in such a condition that the steering action is adversely affected (2.1.4 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Front brake leaver creaking in operation

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2015 18,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 16,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 16,887 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 13,953 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front calipers would benefit from a service

Fail 1 Jun 2009 13,947 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front calipers would benefit from a service

number plate/ indicator bracket loose

Pass 15 Mar 2008 11,562 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 10,927 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 5,748 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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Y986 RVS is a 2001 Suzuki Gsxr in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 21,615 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 Y986 RVS, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y986 RVS registered?

Y986 RVS is a 2001 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 5 July 2001.

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