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R878 GWV

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

550,147 mi
Last recorded550,147 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR878 GWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2015 550,147 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 51,700 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 43,684 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 41,971 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 40,382 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 38,439 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 37,378 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 36,472 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 35,713 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R878 GWV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R878 GWV, 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 R878 GWV registered?

R878 GWV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R878 GWV safe to buy?

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