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R608 DFB

1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

49,573 mi
Last recorded49,573 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxr 600 V24,226 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR608 DFB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 600 V
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 49,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 May 2025 49,573 miles

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))

Pass 24 May 2024 42,057 miles

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))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 37,538 miles

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))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 37,523 miles

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))

Fail 2 Aug 2022 37,510 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 35,523 miles

Front no front mudguard fitted at time of test

Nearside clutch lever touches tank

Offside r/h bar touches tank

Pass 3 Aug 2020 33,178 miles

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))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 33,178 miles

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))

Pass 6 Jul 2013 32,545 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2011 31,798 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 31,798 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2009 30,260 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 29,169 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 27,518 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 26,282 miles

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.

77.9%
Pass Rate
841
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Horn not working 11
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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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