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R473 KSC

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,465 mi
Last recorded22,465 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR473 KSC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 22,465 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Cracked. (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 27 May 2025 22,457 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired Crack in lens (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 22,382 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 22,086 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 22,010 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 20,198 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 17,390 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 17,390 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2017 16,685 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Pass 7 Apr 2016 14,231 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 9,689 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 8,465 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 6,886 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 5,800 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 5,671 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 5,271 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 4,879 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 3,822 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 2,868 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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R473 KSC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R473 KSC, 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 R473 KSC registered?

R473 KSC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R473 KSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R473 KSC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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