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R409 KMA

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

5,615 mi
Last recorded5,615 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR409 KMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 5,615 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 5,542 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 5,404 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 5,404 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 5,255 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Jul 2012 5,255 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 May 2011 4,676 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2011 4,676 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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R409 KMA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Red 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 R409 KMA, 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 R409 KMA registered?

R409 KMA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R409 KMA safe to buy?

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