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R487 OGN

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

16,062 mi
Last recorded16,062 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 OGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 16,062 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2019 16,062 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 15,540 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Throttle slider worn slightly

Fail 3 Jun 2017 15,540 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Throttle slider worn slightly

Fail 27 May 2015 43,612 miles

Nearside Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 May 2015 43,612 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 39,241 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 39,220 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 May 2013 38,210 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 May 2013 38,207 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

rear sprocket retaining nut missing

Pass 8 Aug 2011 38,005 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 37,996 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Advise Front mudguard bolts missing off side.

Clutch lever ball end missing.

Fail 6 Mar 2009 36,214 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 36,214 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Feb 2009 36,213 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 35,332 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

o/s drivers footrest loose

play in swing arm bearings

Fail 5 Apr 2008 35,332 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

o/s drivers footrest loose

play in swing arm bearings

Pass 30 Mar 2007 30,040 miles

front pads worn and binding

headlights pattern

Pass 7 Apr 2006 22,536 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R487 OGN is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R487 OGN, 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 R487 OGN registered?

R487 OGN is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 19 March 1998.

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