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R880 PEF

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

22,045 mi
Last recorded22,045 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR880 PEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 22,045 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 21,983 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 21,942 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 21,942 miles

Central Rear Brake clevis joint insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 21,739 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 21,544 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2022 21,544 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 21,109 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 20,446 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 19,772 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 19,533 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 19,322 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 18,991 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 18,366 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 17,785 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 17,785 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Outer Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 16,931 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 15,265 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 14,058 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 12,597 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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R880 PEF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R880 PEF, 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 R880 PEF registered?

R880 PEF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R880 PEF safe to buy?

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