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R438 RDP

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,642 mi
Last recorded27,642 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR438 RDP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 27,642 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 25,643 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 25,639 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 23,924 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

offside front indicator operation

tyres condition

Pass 26 Apr 2019 23,714 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 22,545 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 22,221 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 21,402 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 20,125 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Upper Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 19,630 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 19,185 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 18,218 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 18,213 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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R438 RDP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R438 RDP, 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 R438 RDP registered?

R438 RDP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R438 RDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R438 RDP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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