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R283 XAL

1998 Suzuki GSX600F

Yellow Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,276 mi
Last recorded13,276 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX600F24,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 XAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 13,276 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 13,069 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 12,305 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 10,187 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2010 10,187 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

front brake binding slightly

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 13 May 2009 9,593 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

drive chain dry

Fail 13 May 2009 9,593 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

drive chain dry

Pass 9 May 2008 7,834 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2006

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600F?

Based on 3,216 MOT tests across 456 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
667
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
456
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 81
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 79
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 41
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
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R283 XAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600F in Yellow with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX600F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 24,323 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 GSX600F fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R283 XAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600F typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX600F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R283 XAL registered?

R283 XAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600F, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R283 XAL safe to buy?

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