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R73 DEU

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,951 mi
Last recorded17,951 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR73 DEU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 17,951 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Jan 2016 17,951 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 17,951 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Aug 2013 16,045 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 16,045 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 14,454 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 14,454 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 14,444 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 14,147 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Oct 2008 8,999 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 7,348 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 6,452 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R73 DEU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R73 DEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R73 DEU registered?

R73 DEU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R73 DEU safe to buy?

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