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R291 YRV

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

15,310 mi
Last recorded15,310 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 YRV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 15,310 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020

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

Fail 22 Sep 2020

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 May 2019

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 14,899 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 14,595 miles

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

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 13,171 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 13,171 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 11,723 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

rear brake binding slightly

Fail 15 Aug 2009 11,720 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 16 Aug 2008 10,371 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2007 9,780 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 9,703 miles

front and rear brakes binding slighty.

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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R291 YRV is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R291 YRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R291 YRV registered?

R291 YRV is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 3 June 1998.

Is R291 YRV safe to buy?

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