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R10 ARA

1997 Suzuki VS600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,322 mi
Last recorded15,322 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS60015,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR10 ARA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 15,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 13,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 12,878 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 11,241 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 10,982 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 8,147 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS600?

Based on 1,319 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Horn not working 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
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R10 ARA is a 1997 Suzuki VS600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 15,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VS600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R10 ARA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki VS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R10 ARA registered?

R10 ARA is a 1997 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R10 ARA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R10 ARA shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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