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R29 VBW

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,707 mi
Last recorded29,707 miles
Recorded on25 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W26,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 VBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2013 29,707 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 29,467 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 29,467 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 28,791 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 28,051 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2010 28,051 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 27,424 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 W?

Based on 2,245 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 53
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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R29 VBW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 26,338 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 Gsf 600 W fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R29 VBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R29 VBW?

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What year was R29 VBW registered?

R29 VBW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R29 VBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 VBW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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