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R893 BUA

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

53,275 mi
Last recorded53,275 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR893 BUA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2016 53,275 miles

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

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 47,265 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 39,014 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 38,969 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

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

Handle bars slightly bent

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside front crash bar mounting bolt missing

Offside bar end missing

Oil leak

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear brake hose showing signs of age

Water ingress in nearside front indicator lamp

Pass 30 Oct 2012 34,014 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 34,014 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 31,122 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 26,835 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 23,666 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2008 19,371 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 19,371 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,550 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 10,179 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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R893 BUA 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 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R893 BUA, 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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R893 BUA is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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