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R317 PGM

1998 Suzuki GSF600

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR317 PGM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2011

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 19,830 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 45,897 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2008 45,482 miles

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 34,832 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 28,182 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 28,182 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Fail 2 Aug 2006 26,748 miles

Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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R317 PGM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R317 PGM, 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 R317 PGM registered?

R317 PGM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R317 PGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R317 PGM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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