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R934 JVK

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

70,761 mi
Last recorded70,761 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR934 JVK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2014 70,761 miles

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

Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Unable to run bike

Unable to unlock fuel cap

Pass 11 Oct 2013 62,246 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Oct 2013 62,246 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2012 53,075 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 53,075 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 42,239 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 42,215 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 26,803 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 29,790 miles

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2009 22,682 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 20,723 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 20,723 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 19,263 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 19,076 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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R934 JVK is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R934 JVK, 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 R934 JVK registered?

R934 JVK is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 19 September 1997.

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