MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,826 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Rear Suspension component has excessive wear or free play (5.3.3 (d))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
front brake binding slightly
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw?
Based on 1,245 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R497 VVU is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 28,444 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 Sw fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 VVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R497 VVU registered?
R497 VVU is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw, first registered on 18 September 1997.
Is R497 VVU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R497 VVU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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