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R229 WGC

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,978 mi
Last recorded40,978 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR229 WGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2009 40,978 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 39,341 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 39,341 miles

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

regplate bulb out

Pass 13 Oct 2007 37,263 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 37,263 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 37,129 miles

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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R229 WGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R229 WGC, 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.

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What year was R229 WGC registered?

R229 WGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R229 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R229 WGC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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