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R162 JKP

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,703 mi
Last recorded18,703 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR162 JKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 18,703 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 18,003 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 18,003 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 May 2013 17,564 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 17,114 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 16,525 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 15,804 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 15,164 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 14,322 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 13,452 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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R162 JKP is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 23,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R162 JKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R162 JKP registered?

R162 JKP is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R162 JKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R162 JKP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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