MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
49,573 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced LOCKSTOP ON FRAME FOR RIGHT HAND LOCK HAS BEEN REPAIRED (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced LOCKSTOP ON FRAME FOR RIGHT HAND LOCK HAS BEEN REPAIRED (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front front screen split
Front no front mudguard fitted at time of test
Nearside clutch lever touches tank
Offside r/h bar touches tank
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Windscreen cracked.
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively damper cussion slight wear. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake fluid below minimum mark Close to min level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Offside Front Lower Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Windscreen cracked.
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively damper cussion slight wear. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake fluid below minimum mark Close to min level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Offside Front Lower Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Centre Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
cannot asses if any damage is done 2 frame behind fairing on n/s
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 600 V?
Based on 1,047 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.
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R608 DFB is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 24,226 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 Gsxr 600 V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R608 DFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki Gsxr 600 V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 600 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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R608 DFB is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V, first registered on 1 August 1997.
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