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R286 XBC

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,984 mi
Last recorded23,984 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 XBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2019 23,984 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Long pedal travel on footbrake lever. Adjuster appears to be near limit. (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 23,569 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 22,506 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 22,057 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 21,816 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 21,496 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 20,796 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 20,510 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 20,247 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 19,583 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 19,147 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 18,381 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 18,129 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 17,414 miles

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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R286 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XBC, 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 XBC registered?

R286 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R286 XBC safe to buy?

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