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R174 KAV

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

7 mi
Last recorded7 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR174 KAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 7 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 30,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 29,897 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2016 29,897 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 28,222 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 33,025 miles

front brake application slighty notchy

Fail 18 Sep 2014 33,025 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake application slighty notchy

Pass 11 Sep 2013 32,763 miles

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

headlamp has no specific beam image

Pass 23 Mar 2012 32,601 miles

headlamp has no specific beam pattern

Pass 2 Apr 2011 30,294 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 2 Apr 2011 30,294 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 26,605 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 23,907 miles

number plate lamp not working

Pass 27 Jun 2006 20,068 miles

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

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

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

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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R174 KAV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R174 KAV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R174 KAV registered?

R174 KAV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is R174 KAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R174 KAV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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