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R237 LFV

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,412 mi
Last recorded23,412 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W26,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 LFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2008 23,412 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 22,605 miles

Front tyre is feathered

Fail 6 Jan 2007 22,604 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 2 Jan 2007 22,427 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 19,114 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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R237 LFV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R237 LFV, 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 R237 LFV registered?

R237 LFV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R237 LFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R237 LFV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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