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R830 FHP

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,016 mi
Last recorded36,016 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR830 FHP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 36,016 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 35,985 miles

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

Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 34,166 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2015 34,161 miles

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear brake pedal rubber missing

Pass 12 Apr 2014 33,333 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 33,293 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 31,822 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

REAR BRAKE HAS A BIT OF A BIND

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 31,410 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 31,410 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 30,076 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
Full Suzuki GSX600 reliability report

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R830 FHP is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R830 FHP, 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 R830 FHP registered?

R830 FHP is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 4 June 1998.

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