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R23 SDF

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

48,339 mi
Last recorded48,339 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 SDF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 48,339 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 46,561 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 46,556 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2023 46,552 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear tyre found to be flat at the time of test

Pass 9 Nov 2022 45,551 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 45,551 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 43,540 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 43,539 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Mar 2019

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 38,585 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 38,581 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 31,287 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 20,267 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired beam definition poor (1.2.3a)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired dip/main beams reversed (1.2.3a)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired inoperative (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 19,346 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2013 18,444 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 18,444 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 17,862 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 17,862 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2010 17,342 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 17,342 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 16,785 miles

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

front tyre valve slightly perished

l/h footpeg slightly loose

Fail 7 Apr 2009 16,785 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

front tyre valve slightly perished

l/h footpeg slightly loose

Pass 29 Mar 2008 16,590 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 16,122 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 15,736 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 15,736 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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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R23 SDF is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R23 SDF, 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 R23 SDF registered?

R23 SDF is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R23 SDF safe to buy?

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