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R226 NGM

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,247 mi
Last recorded32,247 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W26,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 NGM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2016 32,247 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 32,247 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 31,204 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 31,204 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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R226 NGM is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R226 NGM, 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.

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What year was R226 NGM registered?

R226 NGM is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R226 NGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 NGM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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