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R78 GWV

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

14,813 mi
Last recorded14,813 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 GWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2011 14,813 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Slight play on both brake disc rotor mounting mushrooms.

Various small surface cuts on rear tyre.

Fail 26 Mar 2011 14,770 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Various small surface cuts on rear tyre.

Pass 31 May 2008 14,499 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Small cuts in rear tyre.

Fail 31 May 2008 14,499 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Small cuts in rear tyre.

Fail 9 Jun 2007 13,097 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 13,097 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 11,029 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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R78 GWV is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 23,462 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R78 GWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R78 GWV registered?

R78 GWV is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 12 January 1998.

Is R78 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R78 GWV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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