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R451 EGN

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

44,722 mi
Last recorded44,722 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 EGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2012 44,722 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 44,722 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 43,042 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 42,829 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 38,053 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 37,246 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 37,246 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 36,502 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 35,760 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 35,683 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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R451 EGN is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R451 EGN, 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 R451 EGN registered?

R451 EGN is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R451 EGN safe to buy?

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