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R869 RAU

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,676 mi
Last recorded37,676 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR869 RAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2026 37,676 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 35,685 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 35,283 miles

exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 2 Dec 2016 35,110 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 34,383 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 34,306 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 34,727 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 10,537 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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R869 RAU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R869 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R869 RAU registered?

R869 RAU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R869 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R869 RAU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R869 RAU have outstanding finance?

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