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R868 DWY

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

14,849 mi
Last recorded14,849 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W22,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR868 DWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 14,849 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 13,601 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2015 13,593 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 12,243 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 51,023 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 51,023 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 46,466 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 42,608 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2010 42,608 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 38,610 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 36,127 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 30,202 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 30,172 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 W?

Based on 2,245 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 53
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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R868 DWY is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 22,194 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 Gsf 600 W fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R868 DWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R868 DWY registered?

R868 DWY is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 3 February 1998.

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