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R483 OST

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

57,745 mi
Last recorded57,745 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR483 OST
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 57,745 miles

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

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 57,739 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 56,814 miles

Drive chain slightly loose Worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose At joint (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Pro link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 56,756 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 56,752 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Indicator switch insecure nearside & offside switches loose (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 56,339 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 5 Jan 2013 56,196 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 7 Jan 2012 56,018 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 12 Jan 2011 55,207 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 6 Jan 2010 53,751 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 24 Jan 2008 53,451 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 52,693 miles

Chain guard missing

no number plate light fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2005 49,733 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 OST is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OST, 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 R483 OST registered?

R483 OST is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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