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H198 HKL

2001 Suzuki Gsx

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

24,182 mi
Last recorded24,182 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Gsx18,605 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH198 HKL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 24,182 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

rear tyre valve slightly damaged

Pass 21 Jun 2012 24,178 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2012 24,168 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 30 Mar 2012 24,168 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 20,395 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 13,123 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 13,123 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 12,833 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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H198 HKL is a 2001 Suzuki Gsx in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 18,605 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 Gsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H198 HKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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H198 HKL is a 2001 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 16 January 2001.

Is H198 HKL safe to buy?

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