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R389 KYG

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,349 mi
Last recorded43,349 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 KYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 43,349 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 42,253 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 42,076 miles

Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 41,890 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 40,902 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 40,697 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 40,522 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 35,987 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 35,987 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 31,425 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 31,267 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 29,417 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 29,380 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 29,379 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 28,814 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 28,699 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 27,363 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 27,172 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 27,124 miles

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 27,124 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 25,824 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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R389 KYG is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R389 KYG, 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 R389 KYG registered?

R389 KYG is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R389 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R389 KYG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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