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Suzuki GSXR600

Blue and White · Petrol · 1998 · 600 cc

R989 EVMMOT history

R989 EVM is a blue and white petrol Suzuki GSXR600 first used on 22 May 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 35,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2024
Mileage
35,011 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R989 EVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSXR600
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
22 May 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R989 EVM was last recorded at 35,011 miles on 3 Apr 2023, 1,129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,882 miles · 22 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,129 miles
Average per year
2,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 35,011 miles
  • 2021 – 33,882 miles
  • 2020 – 32,912 miles
  • 2019 – 25,987 miles
  • 2018 – 19,316 miles
  • 2017 – 17,996 miles
  • 2016 – 17,921 miles
  • 2015 – 15,068 miles
  • 2014 – 13,595 miles
  • 2013 – 13,297 miles
  • 2012 – 9,682 miles
  • 2011 – 3,915 miles
  • 2010 – 2,008 miles
  • 2008 – 539 miles
  • 2007 – 497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,011 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,011 miles (+1,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    35,011 miles
    Test number
    568716236772
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass33,882 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    33,882 miles
    Test number
    654791399151
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront fairing loose
    • AdvisoryRear disc rusty

  3. Fail33,882 miles (+970)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,882 miles
    Test number
    146450535399
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryFront fairing loose
    • AdvisoryRear disc rusty

  4. Pass32,912 miles (+6,925)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    32,912 miles
    Test number
    391819231458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass25,987 miles (+6,671)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    25,987 miles
    Test number
    502305002588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass19,316 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    19,316 miles
    Test number
    914118918721
    • AdvisoryFront brake binding slightly.

  7. Fail19,316 miles (+1,320)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,316 miles
    Test number
    983801597916
    • FailureOffside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
    • AdvisoryFront brake binding slightly.

  8. Pass17,996 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    17,996 miles
    Test number
    964393822855
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  9. Fail17,996 miles (+75)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,996 miles
    Test number
    457063707632
    • Repaired at testStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  10. Pass17,921 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    17,921 miles
    Test number
    183635259756
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  11. Fail17,921 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,921 miles
    Test number
    995670436403
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  12. Pass15,114 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    15,114 km
    Test number
    206386385098
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  13. Fail15,068 miles (+1,473)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,068 miles
    Test number
    269625685021
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  14. Pass13,595 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    13,595 miles
    Test number
    186402414183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    13,297 miles
    Test number
    357378993019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail13,297 miles (+3,615)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,297 miles
    Test number
    449118493063
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  17. Pass9,682 miles (+5,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    9,682 miles
    Test number
    856642262007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  18. Pass3,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    3,915 miles
    Test number
    307247861022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail3,915 miles (+1,907)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,915 miles
    Test number
    796916361033
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

  20. Fail2,008 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,008 miles
    Test number
    280872740079
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • NoteGear lever broken

  21. Pass2,008 miles (+1,469)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    2,008 miles
    Test number
    503842040000
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • NoteGear lever broken

  22. Pass539 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    539 miles
    Test number
    672642048195
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  23. Pass497 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    497 miles
    Test number
    182997897039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R989 EVM

Does R989 EVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R989 EVM expired on 2 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R989 EVM?
The MOT on R989 EVM expired on 2 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R989 EVM done?
R989 EVM was recorded at 35,011 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2023, an average of 2,159 miles a year.
Has R989 EVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R989 EVM has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on R989 EVM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R989 EVM find?
R989 EVM passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust noisy; front brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake.

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