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R553 GYG

1998 Suzuki XF650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,104 mi
Last recorded22,104 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki XF65024,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR553 GYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 22,104 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 22,008 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 22,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front fork stantions slightly pitted

Fail 16 Oct 2021 21,994 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front slight pitting on fork stantions

Pass 10 Oct 2020 21,640 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 3,269 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 750 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 550 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 30 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 25,308 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 25,249 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki XF650?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 366 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
366
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Headlamp aim too low 34
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
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R553 GYG is a 1998 Suzuki XF650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki XF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,002 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki XF650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R553 GYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki XF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki XF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R553 GYG registered?

R553 GYG is a 1998 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R553 GYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R553 GYG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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