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N989 KGC

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

26,695 mi
Last recorded26,695 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN989 KGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 26,695 miles

Front brake pads - 30% left

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 26,670 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 26,670 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 23,953 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 23,953 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Nov 2012 24,602 miles

FRONT PADS LOW

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 24,602 miles

FRONT PADS LOW

Pass 15 Oct 2011 23,541 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 23,529 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 22,225 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 22,205 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 22,012 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 22,012 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 21,164 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 9,614 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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N989 KGC 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 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N989 KGC, 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.

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What year was N989 KGC registered?

N989 KGC is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 9 January 1996.

Is N989 KGC safe to buy?

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