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R680 TLW

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,888 mi
Last recorded47,888 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W26,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR680 TLW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 47,888 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 47,888 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 45,334 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 43,036 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 42,547 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 41,730 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2021 41,730 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 55,330 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 55,328 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 54,474 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2008 54,432 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2007 49,922 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 41,819 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 W?

Based on 2,245 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 53
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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R680 TLW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 26,338 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 Gsf 600 W fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R680 TLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R680 TLW registered?

R680 TLW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 15 August 1997.

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