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R483 MTV

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

19,748 mi
Last recorded19,748 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR483 MTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 19,748 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 15,362 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Central, rear , lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 11,364 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 8,078 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 7,849 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 7,722 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 6,092 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 5,781 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 5,775 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2016 5,723 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2015 5,619 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 5,440 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 5,098 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 5,058 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2011 5,015 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 4,932 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2009 4,833 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 4,718 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 4,718 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2007 4,515 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2006 4,337 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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R483 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R483 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 R483 MTV registered?

R483 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R483 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R483 MTV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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