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R288 VYD

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,999 mi
Last recorded39,999 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 VYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2019 39,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 39,897 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 36,523 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 34,461 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 30,854 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 24,654 miles

rear brake lever has some travel

Fail 27 Nov 2015 24,654 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

rear brake lever has some travel

Pass 19 Dec 2014 17,671 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 17,532 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 17,461 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 17,023 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 16,609 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 16,609 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 16,261 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 16,173 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 15,869 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2008 15,869 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 14,270 miles

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,961 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R288 VYD is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R288 VYD, 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 R288 VYD registered?

R288 VYD is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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