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R397 NPR

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

36,168 mi
Last recorded36,168 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR397 NPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 36,168 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 35,583 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 34,621 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 33,611 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 32,854 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 31,974 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 31,970 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2016 31,299 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 30,190 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 28,881 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 26,964 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 24,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 24,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 23,574 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 19,140 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 19,140 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 18,588 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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R397 NPR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R397 NPR, 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 R397 NPR registered?

R397 NPR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 13 March 1998.

Is R397 NPR safe to buy?

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