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R172 FKP

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,880 mi
Last recorded46,880 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR172 FKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 46,880 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 46,486 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2012 45,566 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 45,062 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 43,900 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 43,647 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 39,907 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 37,438 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 37,438 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 34,498 miles

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

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2006 34,498 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.2)

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

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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R172 FKP is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R172 FKP, 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 R172 FKP registered?

R172 FKP is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R172 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R172 FKP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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