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R285 XBC

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,188 mi
Last recorded36,188 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 XBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 36,188 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 34,069 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 30,199 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 7 Mar 2014 30,199 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 28,253 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 28,250 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 24,721 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 22,198 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 18,226 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 15,006 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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R285 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 23,462 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R285 XBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R285 XBC registered?

R285 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R285 XBC safe to buy?

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