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R153 KAV

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,433 mi
Last recorded29,433 miles
Recorded on9 May 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 KAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2020 29,433 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 26,373 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 26,371 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside handle bar grip insecure

Pass 6 Sep 2017 14,316 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 12,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

registration plate smaller than standard

Fail 16 Sep 2016 12,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

registration plate smaller than standard

Pass 12 Sep 2015 12,720 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 12,498 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 12,195 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 11,310 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 10,765 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 May 2010 8,065 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 7,974 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 7,419 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 6,429 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 6,003 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R153 KAV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R153 KAV, 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.

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What year was R153 KAV registered?

R153 KAV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is R153 KAV safe to buy?

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