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R220 GWC

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR220 GWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 6 Jul 2017

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 6 May 2016 9,175 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 9,175 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 43,143 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Apr 2015 43,143 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 7,908 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 7,448 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 7,448 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 35,065 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 35,065 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 33,091 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 31,161 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 31,161 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 29,728 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 29,728 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2007 27,967 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 27,967 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 24,733 miles

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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R220 GWC is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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

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 R220 GWC, 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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R220 GWC is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 31 March 1998.

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