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R423 SCH

1997 Suzuki Gsxf

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,253 mi
Last recorded38,253 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxf31,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR423 SCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxf
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 38,253 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2025 38,244 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure chain adjuster bolt (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Footrest slightly loose both (6.2.12 (a))

slight oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2024 35,370 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 35,193 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 34,709 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight wear on the disc to flange mountings (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 34,649 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle sticking, revving high on tickover (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight wear on the disc to flange mountings (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 34,636 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 34,610 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn floating disc rivets worn excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 34,272 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 33,801 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 32,441 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 32,048 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 31,096 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 28,716 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 27,865 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 27,865 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle deteriorated and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 27,222 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 27,202 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 26,380 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 24,886 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxf?

Based on 2,341 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
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R423 SCH is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxf in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsxf models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 31,229 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 Gsxf fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R423 SCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsxf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R423 SCH registered?

R423 SCH is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxf, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R423 SCH safe to buy?

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