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R160 FCA

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

55,790 mi
Last recorded55,790 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR160 FCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 55,790 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 52,360 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 52,360 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 49,170 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 45,049 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 45,049 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 38,768 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 38,768 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 28,901 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 28,901 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 19,921 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2016 19,921 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 19,900 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 19,645 miles

Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 19,572 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 19,076 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 18,779 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
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R160 FCA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R160 FCA, 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 R160 FCA registered?

R160 FCA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R160 FCA safe to buy?

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