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R423 MDY

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,182 mi
Last recorded28,182 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR423 MDY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Jun 2026 28,182 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2024 28,173 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 28,164 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 28,092 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 28,080 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 28,070 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jan 2017 25,931 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 25,759 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 23,388 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 31 May 2013 20,566 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 20,351 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 20,054 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 19,686 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 19,686 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 18,812 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R423 MDY is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R423 MDY, 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 R423 MDY registered?

R423 MDY is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R423 MDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R423 MDY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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