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R301 MVO

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,353 mi
Last recorded36,353 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 MVO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 36,353 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 33,024 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated centre section (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 32,009 miles

rear tyre losing shape

Fail 2 Feb 2015 32,007 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

rear tyre losing shape

Pass 5 Feb 2014 29,412 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 28,282 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 27,212 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 20,197 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 13,037 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 12,778 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 12,560 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 MVO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MVO, 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 MVO registered?

R301 MVO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R301 MVO safe to buy?

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