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R595 VAB

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

13,145 mi
Last recorded13,145 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR595 VAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 13,145 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 13,144 miles

Front Brake excessively binding brake binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim flat tyre (5.2.3 (k))

Decelerometer brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2018 13,135 miles

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

cut / split in front tyre ,advise regular checks or replacement

very small feint lines on front brake discs possibly starting to crack, advise regular checks or replacement

Fail 21 Jul 2018 13,135 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

cut / split in front tyre ,advise regular checks or replacement

very small feint lines on front brake discs possibly starting to crack, advise regular checks or replacement

Pass 28 Apr 2016 13,123 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 13,123 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 13,042 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 13,042 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 19,938 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 19,938 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 12,838 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 12,785 miles

rear tyre tread showing signs of cracking

Pass 19 Jan 2011 12,762 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 12,762 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 12,719 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 12,700 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 12,643 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 12,643 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 12,564 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 12,250 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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R595 VAB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,237 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 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 R595 VAB, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R595 VAB registered?

R595 VAB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R595 VAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R595 VAB shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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