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R743 GFW

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,596 mi
Last recorded20,596 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR743 GFW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 20,596 miles

both brakes binding slightly

Pass 7 Aug 2013 20,005 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 20,005 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 20,005 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 19,677 miles

chain corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2012 19,676 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

chain corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2010 17,908 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 17,908 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 14,263 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 12,504 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 6,992 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 6,956 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R743 GFW 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 R743 GFW, 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 R743 GFW registered?

R743 GFW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is R743 GFW safe to buy?

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