MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,959 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
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))
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 low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Brake hose contacting Cluster (2.1.4 (b))
Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
throttle cables incorrectly positioned
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?
Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S280 XAG is a 1998 Suzuki Gsx in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.
Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 28,078 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 S280 XAG, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was S280 XAG registered?
S280 XAG is a 1998 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is S280 XAG safe to buy?
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