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R168 EEV

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

14,852 mi
Last recorded14,852 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR168 EEV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 14,852 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 14,408 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 14,294 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 14,038 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 13,909 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 13,801 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 13,739 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively Rear brake binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 13,510 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 13,366 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 13,030 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 12,312 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 12,312 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 11,830 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 11,014 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 10,868 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 10,477 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 10,477 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2010 10,254 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 9,461 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 9,058 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,423 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2007 8,423 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 7,240 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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R168 EEV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R168 EEV, 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 R168 EEV registered?

R168 EEV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is R168 EEV safe to buy?

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