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R163 CVG

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,023 mi
Last recorded31,023 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR163 CVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 31,023 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 29,746 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2013 29,739 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 May 2012 28,434 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2011 27,256 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 26,202 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 24,839 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 22,408 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 22,408 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2006 19,886 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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R163 CVG is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 R163 CVG, 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 R163 CVG registered?

R163 CVG is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 22 April 1998.

Is R163 CVG safe to buy?

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