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R258 MNV

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

21,322 mi
Last recorded21,322 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W22,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR258 MNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2013 21,322 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 May 2013 21,320 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 21,257 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 May 2012 21,253 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 May 2011 21,172 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 May 2010 20,683 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 May 2010 20,680 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 19,675 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 May 2009 19,671 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 19,663 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 19,661 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 16,706 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 W?

Based on 2,245 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 53
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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R258 MNV is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 22,194 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 Gsf 600 W fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R258 MNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R258 MNV is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 16 June 1998.

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