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R747 DYS

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,835 mi
Last recorded48,835 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR747 DYS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 48,835 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 45,291 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 48,833 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 44,662 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 38,887 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 34,409 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 34,401 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 32,393 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 31,894 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 28,494 miles

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

centre stand stop missing and chain rubbing on stand

Pass 8 Apr 2013 25,994 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 24,979 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 24,971 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 23,141 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 21,969 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 21,953 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 17 Mar 2009 19,205 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 19,205 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 17,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 16,696 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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R747 DYS is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R747 DYS, 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 R747 DYS registered?

R747 DYS is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 9 August 1997.

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