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R299 XBC

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,869 mi
Last recorded39,869 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR299 XBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 39,869 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 39,206 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 38,382 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 38,049 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 37,052 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 36,452 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Jul 2014 36,452 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 34,309 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 31 Mar 2012 33,362 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 31,796 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 29,458 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 28,916 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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R299 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R299 XBC, 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 R299 XBC registered?

R299 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R299 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R299 XBC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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