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R286 FGC

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,429 mi
Last recorded39,429 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 FGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2022 39,429 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 38,458 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 38,077 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 May 2014 35,961 miles

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

adaptions have been made to brakes for disabled rider

Pass 20 Apr 2013 33,357 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 30,682 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 30,582 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2011 30,582 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 30,339 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 30,056 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 30,055 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 28,932 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 28,929 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2007 28,514 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 27,215 miles

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

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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R286 FGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R286 FGC, 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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What year was R286 FGC registered?

R286 FGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R286 FGC safe to buy?

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