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R893 YDA

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

25,128 mi
Last recorded25,128 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR893 YDA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 25,128 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 25,128 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 20,476 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 36,193 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 96,868 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 96,837 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 89,563 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 22 May 2015 89,563 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 May 2014 86,846 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 81,375 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 81,375 miles

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

chain noisey

Pass 17 May 2012 67,125 miles

indicators flsh quickly

very deep cut in rear tyre

Fail 17 May 2012 67,125 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

indicators flsh quickly

very deep cut in rear tyre

Pass 18 May 2011 36,923 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 36,605 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 36,605 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 36,203 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2007 34,113 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 27,354 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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R893 YDA is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YDA, 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 R893 YDA registered?

R893 YDA is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R893 YDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R893 YDA shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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