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R478 HFM

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,308 mi
Last recorded25,308 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 HFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 25,308 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 25,308 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2017 25,243 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 24,735 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 23,327 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2013 17,202 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 16,688 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 14,557 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 11,477 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 8,761 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 6,487 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2008 6,487 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 1 May 2007 2,993 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 1,896 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 1,731 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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R478 HFM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R478 HFM, 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 R478 HFM registered?

R478 HFM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R478 HFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R478 HFM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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