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R263 FMA

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

14,024 mi
Last recorded14,024 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W22,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 FMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 14,024 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2025 14,024 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 13,463 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 13,134 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 12,519 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 12,519 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 May 2009 12,443 miles

Centre Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2009 12,443 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 11,870 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 11,870 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Inner Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Outer Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 11,617 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 11,617 miles

Centre Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 11,049 miles

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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R263 FMA is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R263 FMA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R263 FMA registered?

R263 FMA is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is R263 FMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R263 FMA shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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