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R72 GWV

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,540 mi
Last recorded47,540 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR72 GWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Sep 2014 47,540 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2012 38,537 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 31,744 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 26,199 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 26,199 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 19,297 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 15,530 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 14,845 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 7 Jul 2007 14,845 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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R72 GWV is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 23,462 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R72 GWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R72 GWV registered?

R72 GWV is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 12 January 1998.

Is R72 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R72 GWV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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