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R983 YKJ

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,124 mi
Last recorded50,124 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR983 YKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2012 50,124 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2012 50,124 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 May 2011 45,963 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 May 2011 45,958 miles

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 May 2010 43,749 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 43,749 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 42,618 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 41,644 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 39,892 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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R983 YKJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R983 YKJ, 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 R983 YKJ registered?

R983 YKJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 14 August 1997.

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