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R197 NAE

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

27,648 mi
Last recorded27,648 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR197 NAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2009 27,648 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front tyre starting to perrish

rear tyre has been pluged

Fail 8 Oct 2009 27,636 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 26,482 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in rear tyre

throttle slightly loose

Fail 22 Aug 2008 26,482 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Nail in rear tyre

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

throttle slightly loose

Pass 27 Mar 2007 21,499 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 21,472 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 21,462 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R197 NAE is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R197 NAE, 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

How do I check the history of R197 NAE?

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What year was R197 NAE registered?

R197 NAE is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R197 NAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R197 NAE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R197 NAE have outstanding finance?

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