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R173 AMS

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,899 mi
Last recorded24,899 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 AMS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2013 24,899 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 May 2013 24,899 miles

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Oct 2012 24,899 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 23,419 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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R173 AMS is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 R173 AMS, 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 R173 AMS registered?

R173 AMS is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 2 May 1998.

Is R173 AMS safe to buy?

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