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R38 HVX

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,423 mi
Last recorded17,423 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR38 HVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 17,423 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 15,470 miles

Chain guard is missing!!

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 14,792 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 14,117 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 14,098 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 11,662 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 11,662 miles

Headlamp aim too low (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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R38 HVX is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 R38 HVX, 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 R38 HVX registered?

R38 HVX is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 14 July 1998.

Is R38 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R38 HVX shows 7 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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