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R829 RFR

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,885 mi
Last recorded42,885 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR829 RFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 42,885 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 42,794 miles

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake r/h caliper (3.3.A1a)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 40,706 miles

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 5 Mar 2014 38,493 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 38,493 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 36,841 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Mar 2012 32,696 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 21,021 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 20,024 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009

Rear Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 16,354 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 16,186 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 14,750 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 14,750 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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R829 RFR is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R829 RFR, 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 R829 RFR registered?

R829 RFR is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 5 May 1998.

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