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R296 HMV

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,381 mi
Last recorded52,381 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR296 HMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2018 52,381 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 46,382 miles

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

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 41,219 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 39,779 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 38,005 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 36,396 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 35,056 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 33,854 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 32,784 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 31,070 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 29,167 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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R296 HMV is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R296 HMV, 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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What year was R296 HMV registered?

R296 HMV is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R296 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R296 HMV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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