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R311 EJL

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

16,907 mi
Last recorded16,907 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR311 EJL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 16,907 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 15,229 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 15,670 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 15,229 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 15,130 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 14,982 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 14,982 miles

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail seized links (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 14,950 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 14,678 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 14,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 14,188 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 13,519 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 12,460 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2013 12,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 12,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 21 Apr 2012 12,068 miles

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 May 2011 11,832 miles

engine misfiring

Pass 1 Jul 2009 11,615 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 11,344 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 11,113 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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R311 EJL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R311 EJL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R311 EJL registered?

R311 EJL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 14 March 1998.

Is R311 EJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R311 EJL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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