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R246 XAL

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,999 mi
Last recorded22,999 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 XAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 22,999 miles

steering bearings slightly notchy

Pass 30 Jul 2024 22,448 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2024 22,428 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 22,367 miles

rear shock dampening effect deteriorated

Pass 19 Dec 2017 22,261 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 21,945 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 21,870 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 21,666 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 21,337 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 20,997 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 20,749 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 20,653 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 17,268 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jan 2006 17,243 miles

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

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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 XAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R246 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 R246 XAL registered?

R246 XAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R246 XAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R246 XAL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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