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R293 SSP

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,659 mi
Last recorded35,659 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR293 SSP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2013 35,659 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Aug 2011 35,217 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 33,916 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 30,513 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 28,564 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 25,623 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Sep 2005 25,623 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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R293 SSP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R293 SSP, 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 R293 SSP registered?

R293 SSP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R293 SSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R293 SSP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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