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R730 VLK

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,431 mi
Last recorded30,431 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR730 VLK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 30,431 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 28,765 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2014 27,952 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 31 May 2014 27,952 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 24,829 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2013 24,829 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 23,939 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
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R730 VLK is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,237 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 GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R730 VLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R730 VLK registered?

R730 VLK is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R730 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R730 VLK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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