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R744 GFW

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,799 mi
Last recorded49,799 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR744 GFW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2016 49,799 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 47,903 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 46,928 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 45,575 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 43,158 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 40,487 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 38,526 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 36,246 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 34,414 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 32,734 miles

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

front calipers would benefit from a service

rear caliper rusting

Fail 10 Oct 2007 32,718 miles

Front Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

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

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

front calipers would benefit from a service

rear caliper rusting

Pass 16 Oct 2006 31,381 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 30,392 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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R744 GFW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R744 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.

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What year was R744 GFW registered?

R744 GFW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is R744 GFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R744 GFW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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