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R142 FYG

1998 Suzuki GSF600

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

34,520 mi
Last recorded34,520 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR142 FYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 34,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 34,515 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 34,084 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 33,879 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 33,741 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 33,390 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 32,973 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 32,269 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 32,250 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 31,415 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 32,829 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 28,497 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Nov 2008 24,070 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 24,070 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 23,826 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 23,826 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2006 22,790 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R142 FYG is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 24,586 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 R142 FYG, 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 28 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 R142 FYG registered?

R142 FYG is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R142 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R142 FYG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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