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R771 EDW

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

21,672 mi
Last recorded21,672 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR771 EDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 21,672 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 19,897 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

tyre pressures low

Fail 11 Aug 2015 19,897 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

tyre pressures low

Pass 23 Jul 2014 18,607 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 14,656 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

oil cooler pipes corroded

oil filter corroded

oil low

Pass 2 Jul 2012 12,252 miles

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

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

bar ends missing

Fail 20 Jun 2012 12,252 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 12,063 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 11,181 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 10,663 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Apr 2007 10,663 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly tight (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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R771 EDW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R771 EDW, 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 R771 EDW registered?

R771 EDW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R771 EDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R771 EDW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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