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R788 PTN

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,812 mi
Last recorded38,812 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W22,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR788 PTN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 38,812 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 37,145 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 32,690 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 32,690 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 25,939 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement up and down play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2018 25,939 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement up and down play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 22,650 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2009 22,090 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 21,784 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 20,694 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 20,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

nearside front caliper has one brake pad missing..!!

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 W?

Based on 2,245 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 53
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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R788 PTN is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 22,194 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 Gsf 600 W fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R788 PTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R788 PTN registered?

R788 PTN is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 20 March 1998.

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