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R496 BLA

1998 Suzuki VS600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,480 mi
Last recorded4,480 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS60013,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 BLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 4,480 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 4,467 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 3,949 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS600?

Based on 1,319 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Horn not working 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
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R496 BLA is a 1998 Suzuki VS600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 13,722 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VS600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R496 BLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki VS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R496 BLA registered?

R496 BLA is a 1998 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is R496 BLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 BLA shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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