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R246 VFJ

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,062 mi
Last recorded26,062 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 VFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 26,062 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 25,935 miles

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 22,259 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 22,247 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 22,135 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 21,236 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 21,200 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 21,200 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 21,088 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 20,519 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 17,193 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 14,823 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 14,823 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 13,721 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 13,359 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre valve slightly perished

roller brake test indicates a slightly binding rear brake

Pass 9 Jun 2007 13,336 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 13,126 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
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R246 VFJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R246 VFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R246 VFJ registered?

R246 VFJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 11 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R246 VFJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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