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R243 XAL

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

41,270 mi
Last recorded41,270 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 XAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2021 41,270 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 30,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 28,871 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 26,188 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 22,370 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 20,091 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 19,134 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel tank not 100% secure!

Pass 27 Jul 2013 18,703 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 18,129 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 18,127 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slightbind on front brake

Pass 28 Apr 2011 17,774 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 15,109 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 14,665 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 12,308 miles

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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R243 XAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R243 XAL, 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 R243 XAL registered?

R243 XAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R243 XAL safe to buy?

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