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R445 TBY

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

51,501 mi
Last recorded51,501 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR445 TBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 51,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 May 2017 51,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2016 49,121 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 42,398 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 36,446 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 36,440 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 36,440 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 36,389 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 36,389 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 36,126 miles

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 36,126 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 36,064 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2007 35,891 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 35,199 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 34,339 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R445 TBY 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 73.3%.

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 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 R445 TBY, 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 R445 TBY registered?

R445 TBY is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is R445 TBY safe to buy?

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