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R156 FGC

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

47,853 mi
Last recorded47,853 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR156 FGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 47,853 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 47,816 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 47,553 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 47,393 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 47,341 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2020 46,638 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 46,623 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2019 45,366 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 45,222 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 44,696 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 44,146 miles

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

rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 30 Jul 2014 41,853 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2013 39,383 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 39,383 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 37,767 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 36,397 miles

Small shards of steel in rear tyre

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 36,397 miles

Small shards of steel in rear tyre

Pass 30 Jul 2010 35,013 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 32,106 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 32,091 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2008 30,307 miles

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

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

Small cuts in rear tread pattern

Front tyre has nail in tread

Near side front foot peg rubber worn

Pass 11 Jul 2007 27,135 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 27,132 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Fail 30 Jun 2007 27,107 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2006 23,498 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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R156 FGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R156 FGC, 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 R156 FGC registered?

R156 FGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is R156 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R156 FGC shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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