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R855 RAU

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

36,337 mi
Last recorded36,337 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR855 RAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 36,337 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 32,919 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 24,742 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 24,742 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 20,121 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,203 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 15,203 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2011 14,789 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 14,151 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 13,422 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 12,884 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 12,233 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,265 miles

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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R855 RAU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R855 RAU, 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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How do I check the history of R855 RAU?

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What year was R855 RAU registered?

R855 RAU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R855 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R855 RAU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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