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R292 RBL

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,169 mi
Last recorded20,169 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR292 RBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 20,169 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 19,637 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 19,630 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 17,564 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2020 17,564 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake rod insecure rear bolt (1.1.15 (c))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 17,218 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Feb 2019 17,212 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened rear shock (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2015 14,786 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 11,345 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2014 11,339 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 10,141 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 10,037 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 8,025 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 7,596 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 5,697 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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R292 RBL is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R292 RBL, 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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R292 RBL is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 10 July 1998.

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