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R169 PGC

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,246 mi
Last recorded53,246 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR169 PGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 53,246 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2015 52,456 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2015 52,456 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 50,538 miles

Coolant leak

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 49,653 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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R169 PGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R169 PGC, 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.

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What year was R169 PGC registered?

R169 PGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 13 January 1998.

Is R169 PGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R169 PGC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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