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R388 UFJ

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,422 mi
Last recorded21,422 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR388 UFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 21,422 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 21,378 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 21,117 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 20,630 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 20,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2016 19,989 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 19,529 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 19,001 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 19,001 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 18,825 miles

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

rear brake pad backing corroded

Fail 12 Nov 2012 18,823 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

rear brake pad backing corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2011 16,826 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 12,565 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 9,563 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 8,322 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 8,322 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2008 5,665 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 5,665 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 3,204 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 2,476 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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R388 UFJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R388 UFJ, 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 R388 UFJ registered?

R388 UFJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R388 UFJ safe to buy?

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