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R98 DFB

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,384 mi
Last recorded24,384 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw28,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR98 DFB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 Sw
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2011 24,384 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 23,992 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 22,331 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 20,291 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 16,192 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 16,192 miles

Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

advise-front tyre wear.

Pass 7 Feb 2006 11,803 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw?

Based on 1,245 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
824
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 8
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R98 DFB is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 28,444 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R98 DFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R98 DFB registered?

R98 DFB is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R98 DFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R98 DFB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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