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R129 TFL

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

41,563 mi
Last recorded41,563 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 TFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 41,563 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 17 Jun 2023 41,563 miles

Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 40,686 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 40,347 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre tread worn unevenly.

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 39,692 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre tread started to wear unevenly.

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 38,770 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 37,344 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 36,202 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front tyre tread started to wear unevenly.

Pass 20 Nov 2014 35,332 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 34,423 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 32,995 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 32,225 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 31,079 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 30,920 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 30,835 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 30,337 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front and rear brake calipers would benefit from a service

Pass 15 Nov 2006 29,349 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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R129 TFL is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 23,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R129 TFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R129 TFL registered?

R129 TFL is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 27 May 1998.

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