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R301 CVU

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,304 mi
Last recorded44,304 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 CVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 44,304 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 37,524 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 32,641 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 26,453 miles

Central Front Outer Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 21,109 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 21,109 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 18,474 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 18,115 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 17,254 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

slight exhaust blow from collector

Pass 15 Mar 2018 16,399 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swingarm (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2018 16,399 miles

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swingarm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 16,015 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 15,799 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 14,846 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 14,152 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 13,920 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R301 CVU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R301 CVU, 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 R301 CVU registered?

R301 CVU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R301 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 CVU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R301 CVU have outstanding finance?

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