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R243 MCE

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,575 mi
Last recorded28,575 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 MCE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 28,575 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 28,575 miles

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2015 28,549 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 28,539 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 26,570 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 25,157 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 24,185 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 22,501 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 22,501 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 17,891 miles

front and rear brakes are slightly spongy

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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R243 MCE is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 23,462 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R243 MCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R243 MCE registered?

R243 MCE is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 9 July 1998.

Is R243 MCE safe to buy?

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