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R985 VRD

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,362 mi
Last recorded32,362 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR985 VRD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2021 32,362 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2014 29,962 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 29,576 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 May 2009 29,369 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 26,958 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 26,093 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R985 VRD is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R985 VRD, 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 R985 VRD registered?

R985 VRD is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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