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R102 XYA

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,375 mi
Last recorded19,375 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V22,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR102 XYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 V
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 19,375 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 19,162 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 19,162 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2017 19,016 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 19,016 miles

Central Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread rear plate replaced at station (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust has part of the system missing silencer baffle fitted at station. (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 May 2016 18,529 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 18,529 miles

Centre Front Upper Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user horn works but not very loud (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Lower Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 16 May 2015 17,907 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 16,672 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 16,329 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 May 2011 15,763 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 15,293 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 14,599 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 14,599 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 May 2008 13,316 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 11,232 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 V?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
796
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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R102 XYA is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 22,332 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 Gsf 600 V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R102 XYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R102 XYA registered?

R102 XYA is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R102 XYA safe to buy?

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