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R478 WCK

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,199 mi
Last recorded21,199 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 60024,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 WCK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 21,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 21,192 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front brake lever ball end missing

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2011 21,136 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 20,793 miles

FRONT BRAKE LEVER BALL END IS MISSING

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 19,632 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 19,632 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 11,749 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 17,422 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 17,422 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600?

Based on 1,342 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
810
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 14
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R478 WCK is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 24,019 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R478 WCK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R478 WCK registered?

R478 WCK is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600, first registered on 18 May 1998.

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