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R161 UGC

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,437 mi
Last recorded19,437 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR161 UGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 19,437 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 17,810 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2025 17,810 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 16,069 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 15,996 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 15,577 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 May 2010 15,561 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 15,059 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 14,436 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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R161 UGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R161 UGC, 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 R161 UGC registered?

R161 UGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R161 UGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R161 UGC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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