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R297 MNV

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,530 mi
Last recorded61,530 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR297 MNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 61,530 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 61,526 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2013 60,139 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 52,893 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 52,893 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 50,389 miles

One headlight bulb does not work

Pass 22 May 2009 50,129 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 48,505 miles

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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R297 MNV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R297 MNV, 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 R297 MNV registered?

R297 MNV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 10 July 1998.

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