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R43 DNF

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,878 mi
Last recorded11,878 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 DNF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 11,878 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 11,850 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Feb 2014 8,587 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 4,921 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 9 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 9 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 28,136 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 28,132 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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R43 DNF is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black 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 R43 DNF, 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 R43 DNF registered?

R43 DNF is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R43 DNF safe to buy?

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