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N742 ARC

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,669 mi
Last recorded23,669 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN742 ARC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 23,669 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 23,395 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 23,279 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 23,113 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 22,970 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 22,687 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 22,170 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 21,579 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 21,318 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 21,304 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2013 20,656 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 18,839 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 15,728 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 15,244 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 13,705 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
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N742 ARC is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 26,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N742 ARC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N742 ARC registered?

N742 ARC is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is N742 ARC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N742 ARC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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