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R220 SDC

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,077 mi
Last recorded47,077 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W26,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR220 SDC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 47,077 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 46,705 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 46,608 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2021 46,185 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 May 2021 46,172 miles

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 49,985 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 14 Sep 2019 45,974 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 14 Aug 2018 45,564 miles

exhaust slightly noisey

no chain guard fitted

Fail 8 Aug 2018 45,504 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust slightly noisey

no chain guard fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2017 43,270 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 40,708 miles

Front Front brakes are showing signs of starting to drag .

Pass 28 Mar 2008 12,616 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 12,593 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 W?

Based on 2,245 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 53
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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R220 SDC is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 26,338 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 Gsf 600 W fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R220 SDC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R220 SDC registered?

R220 SDC is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R220 SDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R220 SDC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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