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R846 UOW

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

52,815 mi
Last recorded52,815 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR846 UOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 52,815 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 48,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2017 48,337 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 46,455 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 43,505 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 43,330 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2008 43,330 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Rear Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 42,430 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2007 42,430 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 39,515 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))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
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R846 UOW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,237 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 GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R846 UOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R846 UOW registered?

R846 UOW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R846 UOW safe to buy?

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