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R797 PTN

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,403 mi
Last recorded42,403 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR797 PTN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 42,403 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 42,279 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 41,796 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 37,850 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 37,841 miles

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

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

on full right hand lock end of bars just touches fairing ,not impeding movement or likely to trap riders hand

Pass 7 Jan 2017 35,299 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2017 35,299 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 33,716 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength brake caliper sliders (3.2.A1)

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 28,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 23,659 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 19,200 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 18,539 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 17,550 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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R797 PTN is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R797 PTN, 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 R797 PTN registered?

R797 PTN is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R797 PTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R797 PTN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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