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R83 TGC

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,560 mi
Last recorded40,560 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 TGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 40,560 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 23 Mar 2017 40,555 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 35,783 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 4 Mar 2016 35,769 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 30,791 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 30,602 miles

Centre Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

front and rear brakes long travel

horn muffled but ok

rear tyre slight distortion

Pass 24 Sep 2011 28,979 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 28,210 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 26,588 miles

front traval just passable at time of test

Pass 15 Nov 2008 24,788 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 23,659 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 21,318 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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R83 TGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R83 TGC, 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 R83 TGC registered?

R83 TGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 28 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R83 TGC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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