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R270 FTW

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,922 mi
Last recorded8,922 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 FTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 8,922 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 8,809 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 8,762 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 8,696 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2021 8,462 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2020 7,839 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 7,792 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 7,739 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 7,739 miles

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

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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R270 FTW is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R270 FTW, 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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How do I check the history of R270 FTW?

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What year was R270 FTW registered?

R270 FTW is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R270 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R270 FTW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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