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R501 ENE

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,278 mi
Last recorded24,278 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR501 ENE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 24,278 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 24,273 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 23,946 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 23,518 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 23,321 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 23,003 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 22,984 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 22,777 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 22,279 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Number Plate Ok , but Advised to Change For Road Use

Pass 24 May 2016 21,663 miles

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

Number Plate ok for Mot but advised to change ...

Pass 17 Sep 2014 17,644 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 12,030 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 11,829 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 May 2007 11,802 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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R501 ENE is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R501 ENE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R501 ENE registered?

R501 ENE is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R501 ENE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R501 ENE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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