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R172 PGC

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,506 mi
Last recorded33,506 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR172 PGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2011 33,506 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Number plate light not working

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

Fail 5 Jul 2011 33,454 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Tacho meter insecure

Vehical is not road worthy

Pass 26 Jun 2010 28,531 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 27,341 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 26,577 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 25,029 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 23,892 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 22,280 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R172 PGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R172 PGC, 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 R172 PGC registered?

R172 PGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is R172 PGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R172 PGC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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