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R252 NRR

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

29,557 mi
Last recorded29,557 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR252 NRR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 29,557 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2026 29,557 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 28,960 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 28,034 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2024 28,034 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front throttle insecure

Pass 10 Oct 2022 27,328 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2022 27,328 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 26,948 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2021 26,948 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 25,828 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 25,113 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 24,170 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 23,127 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 22,730 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 22,555 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 21,667 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 21,650 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 19,816 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 18,163 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 16,095 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 14,255 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 13,116 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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R252 NRR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R252 NRR, 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 R252 NRR registered?

R252 NRR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R252 NRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R252 NRR 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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