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R234 ERT

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,926 mi
Last recorded33,926 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR234 ERT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 33,926 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2026 33,918 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 32,432 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 32,432 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 31,470 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 30,881 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 30,287 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 30,120 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 20 Apr 2019 28,982 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 89,975 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 81,533 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 75,001 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 68,651 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 68,651 miles

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 62,333 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 Mar 2014 62,333 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 55,877 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 49,453 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 42,839 miles

fuel tank mounting poor condition but secure

pilot bulb not working in headlight

Pass 8 Mar 2010 36,907 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 30,996 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 24,335 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 18,826 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 18,400 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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
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R234 ERT is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R234 ERT, 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 R234 ERT registered?

R234 ERT is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 11 April 1998.

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