MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,801 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Throttle operating incorrectly STICKING (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 W?
Based on 2,245 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R478 BJA is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 22,194 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 Gsf 600 W fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R478 BJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki Gsf 600 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R478 BJA registered?
R478 BJA is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 13 February 1998.
Is R478 BJA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R478 BJA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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