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R462 XTP

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

41,080 mi
Last recorded41,080 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR462 XTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 41,080 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 38,897 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 38,444 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 38,417 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 38,355 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 38,323 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 38,191 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 37,812 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 37,496 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 37,280 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 33,978 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 29 Mar 2013 33,968 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 32,480 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 32,480 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,479 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 27,445 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 27,445 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 26,744 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 24,532 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 24,532 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2006 21,216 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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R462 XTP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R462 XTP, 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 R462 XTP registered?

R462 XTP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 11 April 1998.

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