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R98 CTG

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Grey Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,588 mi
Last recorded26,588 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR98 CTG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 26,588 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 26,100 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 25,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 25,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 25,403 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Jun 2022 25,400 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 25,326 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 25,322 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp incorrect format (4.4.3 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 25 May 2019 25,062 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 24,787 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 24,781 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jun 2014 23,671 miles

slight bind rear brake

Pass 29 Jul 2011 23,387 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 23,387 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 23,039 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 22,977 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 22,977 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 22,719 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 22,487 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 21,782 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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R98 CTG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Grey with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R98 CTG, 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 R98 CTG registered?

R98 CTG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R98 CTG safe to buy?

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