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R296 XTR

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,885 mi
Last recorded41,885 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR296 XTR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2020 41,885 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 40,353 miles

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

Rear Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 38,497 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 37,229 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 35,276 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 32,622 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 30,837 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 28,579 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R296 XTR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R296 XTR, 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 R296 XTR registered?

R296 XTR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R296 XTR safe to buy?

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