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R498 FAV

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,270 mi
Last recorded23,270 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 FAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 23,270 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 20,148 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Pass 9 May 2011 17,736 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 17,341 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2009 17,341 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 22 May 2008 15,772 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 15,409 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 12,910 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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R498 FAV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R498 FAV, 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 R498 FAV registered?

R498 FAV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 28 March 1998.

Is R498 FAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R498 FAV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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