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R842 HDE

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,795 mi
Last recorded16,795 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR842 HDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 16,795 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 16,357 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 16,264 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2011 15,945 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 15,945 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 15,719 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2009 15,587 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 15,146 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 13,782 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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R842 HDE is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R842 HDE, 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 R842 HDE registered?

R842 HDE is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 21 February 1998.

Is R842 HDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R842 HDE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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