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R471 XBC

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,549 mi
Last recorded20,549 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR471 XBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 20,549 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 30,095 miles

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

Front ns f foot peg worn

Nearside Handle Bar Bar End Not Fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2014 27,015 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 27,001 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 24,345 miles

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

chain dry

Pass 14 Apr 2012 22,919 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 22,688 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 21,934 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 20,797 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 18,273 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 17,123 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 15,636 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
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R471 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R471 XBC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R471 XBC registered?

R471 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is R471 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R471 XBC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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