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R475 MTV

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,054 mi
Last recorded49,054 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR475 MTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 49,054 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 32,195 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 18,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 18,899 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 18,797 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 18,464 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 18,462 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 16,799 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 15,639 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 15,532 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 15,070 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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R475 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R475 MTV, 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 R475 MTV registered?

R475 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R475 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R475 MTV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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