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R242 SDC

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Red Petrol 1174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W26,338 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 SDC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,174cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024
Pass 1 Mar 2023
Pass 4 Mar 2022
Pass 2 Mar 2021
Pass 12 Oct 2018 34,091 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 31,825 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 31,047 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 30,266 miles

advise tyre pressure low

front near side calipar slider rubber missing

Nail in front tyre

Pass 28 Jun 2014 30,095 miles

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

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

oil leak from rocker cover

Pass 18 Jun 2013 29,994 miles

FRONT SUSPENSION DAMPING VERY SOFT

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

Fail 15 Jun 2013 29,969 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

FRONT SUSPENSION DAMPING VERY SOFT

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

WIRING AROUND HEADSTOCK GETTING DAMAGED

Pass 22 Jun 2012 29,904 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 29,904 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 29,843 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 29,818 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 29,670 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 16 May 2009 29,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 16 May 2009 29,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 May 2008 28,395 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 27,429 miles

outer casing fraying on speedo cable

Pass 13 Mar 2006 22,440 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 22,440 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R242 SDC is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Red with a 1,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R242 SDC, 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 R242 SDC registered?

R242 SDC is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R242 SDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R242 SDC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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