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R225 VFJ

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

34,918 mi
Last recorded34,918 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W22,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR225 VFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 34,918 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 34,731 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 34,721 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Front linkage bush. (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 34,428 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Sprocket carrier bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 34,118 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 33,958 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Jun 2022 33,958 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Front brake light control loose. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 33,831 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 33,831 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too far to the right beam kick up. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 33,542 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 33,542 miles

Stop lamp not working rear control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 33,356 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 33,321 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride pillion peg (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 33,206 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 33,180 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2012 32,534 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 32,290 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 3 May 2011 32,290 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Offside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Oil leak

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 29,782 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 26,405 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 22,371 miles

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

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

rear hugger slightly insecure.

Pass 23 May 2007 18,337 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 14,140 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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R225 VFJ is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 22,194 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 R225 VFJ, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R225 VFJ registered?

R225 VFJ is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R225 VFJ safe to buy?

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