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R78 NTV

1998 Suzuki Gsxr

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,076 mi
Last recorded15,076 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsxr29,141 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 NTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 15,076 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 15,054 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

front tyre

Pass 3 Jul 2013 14,864 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 13,738 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 13,500 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 13,149 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 11,597 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 8,958 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 8,958 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 7,059 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 6,450 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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R78 NTV is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 R78 NTV, 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 R78 NTV registered?

R78 NTV is a 1998 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R78 NTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R78 NTV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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