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S248 JTF

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

42,021 mi
Last recorded42,021 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 60024,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS248 JTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 42,021 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm and torqe arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front handle bars appear to be slightly bent

play in gear lever pivots

Pass 1 Jul 2016 40,564 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 39,138 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 39,138 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 28 May 2014 33,456 miles

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

centre stand does not stay in the fully up position.

Pass 13 Oct 2012 30,690 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 13 Oct 2012 30,686 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 30,674 miles

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

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 29,087 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

date of 1st use taken from b.forces de-reg cert dated 21/08/2008 which states date of man as25/09/1998 therefore 6 mnths added ie 25/03/1999 for 1st use

slight wear/freeplay in rear suspension linkagepins/bushes/bearings

Fail 19 Sep 2008 29,085 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

date of 1st use taken from b.forces de-reg cert dated 21/08/2008 which states date of man as25/09/1998 therefore 6 mnths added ie 25/03/1999 for 1st use

slight wear/freeplay in rear suspension linkagepins/bushes/bearings

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600?

Based on 1,342 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
810
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 14
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S248 JTF is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 24,019 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 Gsf 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S248 JTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S248 JTF is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600, first registered on 25 September 1998.

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