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R689 NCU

1998 Suzuki VS600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,972 mi
Last recorded35,972 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki VS60013,722 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR689 NCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 35,972 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2025 35,972 miles

Front Brake caliper leaking Fluid leak from front brake caliper bleed screw (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Rear tyre perished in side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 35,972 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 34,581 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 34,581 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 33,204 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 33,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 32,190 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 29,980 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 27,113 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 26,670 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 26,540 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 26,519 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)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 25,615 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 22,618 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 22,298 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS600?

Based on 1,319 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Horn not working 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
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R689 NCU is a 1998 Suzuki VS600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki VS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 13,722 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 VS600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R689 NCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki VS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R689 NCU registered?

R689 NCU is a 1998 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R689 NCU safe to buy?

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